Blackmail scams on the rise in Oregon, law enforcement warns

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — As the FBI warns against the rise of blackmail scams, local law enforcement organizations in Oregon say they're getting more and more cases.

The method that's becoming all too common is often delivered via email. A message may include your name, address or even a street view image of where you live.

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One woman, who wished to remain anonymous, told KOIN 6 News a scammer sent her a picture of the wrong house, raising a red flag for her.