“The perpetrators of these crimes are becoming more sophisticated,” the FBI warned. “They are using social media and social engineering to dupe people.”
Potential Pitfalls of Technology
Virtual kidnapping scams are just another instance of the downsides of technology’s rising influence in human society.
Of course, technology is not without its benefits. Technology has led to many scientific and medical advances. The rise of technology also allows individuals to connect with people who they would likely never meet under other circumstances.
However, as con artists use technology to develop different types of scams, it’s important for people to be vigilant and aware. If something sounds too good to be true, it usually is. Likewise, any individual should be on high alert if they are randomly contacted by a stranger.
