A grandchild in trouble
How it sounds
«Grandma, it’s me. I’m in jail, please don’t tell Mom. Can you send bail money?»
The trick
The voice may sound just like family: it can be faked by a computer. They rush you and ask for secrecy.
What to do
- Hang up and call your grandchild or their parent on the number you know.
- Ask a question only family would know.
For families: Grandparent scams and fake family emergencies, with real cases and official numbers.