FBI Jacksonville Issues Warning About Scammers Impersonating Agents Through Text Messages

FBI Jacksonville issues warning about scammers impersonating agents through text messages

The FBI Jacksonville Field Office is warning the public about a growing scheme in which scammers impersonate law enforcement and government officials — including FBI Special Agents — in attempts to extort money or steal personal information.

FBI warns of scam active in Northeast Florida

Victims may be contacted by phone, text or email and asked to provide personal identity information or money.

FBI Jacksonville warns about scammers posing as agents

The FBI Jacksonville Field Office is warning the public about a growing scheme in which scammers impersonate law enforcement and government officials — including FBI special agents — in attempts to extort money or steal personal information. The FBI says residents across North Florida have recently been targeted through text messages, though similar scams also reach people via email and phone calls. According to the 2025 Internet Crime Complaint…