Marienville state police are warning residents about scams after a Tionesta man lost $100,000 in an identity theft case. The victim was tricked by a fraudulent email posing as the Federal Trade Commission, urging him to transfer retirement funds and provide personal information. Authorities emphasize that the FTC never contacts individuals to request money or threaten legal action. Police advise the public to be cautious with unknown messages, avoid sharing personal details, and verify sources before acting. Suspected scams should be reported to the FTC at ftc.gov. The investigation is ongoing.
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