According to Odaily, the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) in the UK has issued a warning to the public about a new type of scam involving fake lawyers and Bitcoin payment requests. As per the update on their website, an email from the address 'joyti.henchie@attwaters.co' claims to have copied all personal data of the recipient and threatens to release damaging videos unless a Bitcoin payment is made.
The scam email includes a link to a Bitcoin wallet, which may contain malicious software. The email falsely uses the name 'Patrice Joyce' and claims to be associated with the legitimate companies Attwaters Solicitors LLP and Attwaters Jameson Hill Solicitors. However, the SRA has confirmed that they have not authorized or regulated a lawyer named Patrice Joyce. The public is advised to be vigilant and report any suspicious activities to the authorities.
