Map Shows States Hit by Voice-Cloning Scams
Summary
Scammers are using AI voice-cloning technology to trick people by pretending to be law enforcement officers or officials, causing concern in several U.S. states. Law enforcement agencies in Florida, Kentucky, North Carolina, Texas, and California have reported cases where scammers impersonated police officers or government workers to commit fraud.Key Facts
- Scammers use AI voice cloning to imitate voices of relatives, public figures, and police officers.
- In Osceola County, Florida, scammers cloned the voice and image of Captain Steve Moser to fool victims.
- The Osceola County Sheriff's Office has seen about 40 cases of voice-cloning scams this year.
- Kentucky reported 475 complaints of government impersonation calls in 2025, with losses over $3.15 million.
- The Durham County Sheriff in North Carolina warned about fake calls and letters demanding money using AI voice cloning.
- Texas officials noticed rising scams where callers impersonate sheriff’s office staff to demand money over false warrants.
- California’s Attorney General issued alerts about AI-powered impersonation scams.
- Authorities recommend hanging up and contacting the agency directly using known phone numbers to confirm calls.
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