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Mokena Resident Recovers Over $100,000 Lost in Cryptocurrency Scam: Inspiring Story of Resilience and Financial Recovery

A resident of Mokena successfully recovered over $100,000 lost in a cryptocurrency scam, thanks to the efforts of a local police detective and Will County prosecutors. The investigation began in September 2024 after the victim reported losing more than $150,000 through an online job scam that promised commission-based remote work. The fraudsters instructed the victim ...

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Crypto Detective Recovers $550K from Scam Using Blockchain Analytics Techniques

Detective Scott Simons recounts a pivotal moment in his career when he was alerted to a $551,000 cryptocurrency scam. It all began with a victim who fell for a “pig butchering” scheme, where they were tricked into investing in a fake cryptocurrency after gaining trust through seemingly harmless social media interactions. As the investigation unfolded, ...

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