A new email scam is targeting contractors and businesses by posing as local government officials. The Town of Yucca Valley issued an alert last week saying that scammers are pretending to be Town employees. They say these emails discuss projects, permits, and payments. Some request immediate wire transfer payments. The Town says they have seen emails that use specific project details, permit information, and official Town signatures and seals. …
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