ALERT: DEA Scam

Scammers are impersonating Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) agents through letters and phone calls, targeting medical professionals in an attempt to steal their identities and money. The scams often involve threats of arrest, prosecution, or revocation of DEA registration as penalty for noncompliance. The scammers may demand payment via wire transfer or gift cards, and may also request sensitive information like social security numbers.

Below is an alert from the DEA.

Beware and if you have been targeted by this scam, report it to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) or the Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3).