Drug Enforcement Administration Scammers
The FBI also reported that criminals are posing as drug enforcement officers to target medical providers for financial gain. Multiple sources reported suspects impersonated officials from law enforcement agencies and medical boards and advised the victims they were under investigation, often for illegal drug activities. The criminals used the tactics to obtain medical license and personal information from the healthcare professionals.
These suspicious activities include, but are not limited to any individual, group, or activity and should be observed in context and not individually.
- Be wary of requests from alleged law enforcement agencies or regulatory entities requesting money or other forms of payment regarding criminal investigations.
- Verify the authenticity of communication from alleged medical board officials or alleged law enforcement through known means such as official websites for phone numbers or physical office locations. In addition, independently contact the respective entity/agency to confirm the identity of those contacting you.
- Do not provide personal identifying information, such as social security number or date of birth, financial information, or professional information, such as medical license numbers, NPI number, or DEA license numbers in response to suspicious emails, letters or phone calls.
Contact your local FBI Field Office and report details regarding this incident to the Internet Crimes Complaints Center at IC3.gov.
