MARQUETTE — Another scam is making its way through Superiorland and, indeed, the entire Upper Peninsula, and this one is targeting elderly individuals using fear and impersonation tactics, Michigan State Police report.

In one recent case in the U.P., scammers targeted an elderly woman, claiming her computer had been hacked while asking her to provide personal information to verify her identity. The woman was directed to record herself stating her name, address and Social Security number.

After obtaining this information, the scammers instructed her to withdraw money from her bank account and threatened her with arrest if she did not do what they demanded. They claimed a federal agent would come to her residence to collect the money and resolve matters.

But thanks to alert bank employees, this particular story has a positive ending. When the woman went to the bank, employees recognized the situation as suspicious and alerted her. She then went to her local MSP post to get advice and did not send any money.

MSP reminds people that government agencies do not request personal information or money in this manner. If there is a legitimate reason for law enforcement to request personal information, it will be done in person. Do not, under any circumstances, share sensitive information with unknown individuals and do not withdraw or transfer money based on unsolicited requests.

If someone receives a similar request, stop all communication with the scammer making the request. Do not send any money or give out personal information. Then, contact a local MSP post or law enforcement agency if you have any questions.