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U.S. Marshals, FBI warn of phone scams impersonating them

U.S. Marshals, FBI warn of phone scam
U.S. Marshals, FBI warn of phone scam 00:20

PHILADELPHIA (CBS) -- Phone scammers are posing as the FBI, U.S. Marshals, court officers, or other law enforcement officials, prompting a response from the agencies this weekend.

In the scams, callers tell the victims they can avoid being arrested by sending them cash or a prepaid debit card.

Authorities are reminding people none of these officials would call or offer this deal.

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