realestate

Man loses $110,000 to fake real estate lawyer scam

Victim wired money to suspect after email exchange on Monday.

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Massapequa man lost over $110,000 to a fake real estate attorney in a scam. The victim had been emailing with the imposter on Monday and wired money to close on a property. However, he soon received an email from his actual attorney revealing the deception. Police are now investigating and seeking information from anyone who may have details about the incident. If you have any information, please contact them directly.

Man duped by fake lawyer, loses $110,000 in real estate scam.