Grass Valley woman scammed out of $40,000, Nevada sheriff says, warning of scammers
Updated: 2:32 PM PDT Apr 3, 2026
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After a woman was scammed out of $40,000 in cash, the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office is reminding others to stay aware of those looking to trick you out of your money.The sheriff’s office said that an elderly Grass Valley woman received a text message that appeared to come from a bank branch she uses. The text claimed that she was possibly facing out-of-state fraud charges on her account.In response to that claim, the sheriff’s office said the woman replied, saying she did not make the charges. The scammer then called her and told her that her account was compromised.After the phone call, the woman went to multiple banking locations at the request of the scammer, removing money from her account, ultimately resulting in her losing the $40,000.Following this case, the sheriff’s office provided some tips to help prevent scams.Protect personal information and do not share personal information with unsolicited callers or messagesBe skeptical of unexpected calls or messages claiming an account is locked or compromised and to not trust links and phone numbers providedIf someone is claiming to represent a bank, hang up and contact your bank directly using only the number listed on your card or on the bank’s official website. Keep in mind caller ID can be manipulatedCarefully check emails and websites for subtle misspellings to avoid phishing and to never provide login information through links sent in messagesVerify the legitimacy of urgent financial requests before making any immediate transfers or gift card purchases as they are common scam tactics.Regularly check bank statements for any unauthorized activityTrust your instincts if something feels suspicious or unusualReport fraud to your bank and the Federal Trade Commission.See more coverage of top California stories here | Download our app | Subscribe to our morning newsletter | Find us on YouTube here and subscribe to our channel
GRASS VALLEY, Calif. —
After a woman was scammed out of $40,000 in cash, the Nevada County Sheriff’s Office is reminding others to stay aware of those looking to trick you out of your money.
The sheriff’s office said that an elderly Grass Valley woman received a text message that appeared to come from a bank branch she uses. The text claimed that she was possibly facing out-of-state fraud charges on her account.
In response to that claim, the sheriff’s office said the woman replied, saying she did not make the charges. The scammer then called her and told her that her account was compromised.
After the phone call, the woman went to multiple banking locations at the request of the scammer, removing money from her account, ultimately resulting in her losing the $40,000.
Following this case, the sheriff’s office provided some tips to help prevent scams.
- Protect personal information and do not share personal information with unsolicited callers or messages
- Be skeptical of unexpected calls or messages claiming an account is locked or compromised and to not trust links and phone numbers provided
- If someone is claiming to represent a bank, hang up and contact your bank directly using only the number listed on your card or on the bank’s official website. Keep in mind caller ID can be manipulated
- Carefully check emails and websites for subtle misspellings to avoid phishing and to never provide login information through links sent in messages
- Verify the legitimacy of urgent financial requests before making any immediate transfers or gift card purchases as they are common scam tactics.
- Regularly check bank statements for any unauthorized activity
- Trust your instincts if something feels suspicious or unusual
- Report fraud to your bank and the Federal Trade Commission.
See more coverage of top California stories here | Download our app | Subscribe to our morning newsletter | Find us on YouTube here and subscribe to our channel
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