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TBI warns of bank scam using spoofed phone numbers, US-based callers
Summary by The Nashville Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Lexi Wilson , as published by WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate)
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Residents are advised to be cautious and can find more information about the scam from the TBI or local news sources, such as WKRN News 2.
The Tennessee Bureau of Investigation has issued a warning to residents about a bank scam. This scam has a new twist, making it more convincing and potentially costly. The scam involves spoofed phone numbers and callers based in the US.
Further details about the scam are available from the Tennessee Bureau of Investigation. Residents are advised to be cautious and can find more information about the scam from the TBI or local news sources, such as WKRN News 2.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 30, 2026 ·
Source: WKRN News 2 (ABC affiliate) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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