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NewsWPLG Local 10 – Main FeedAugust 14, 2026Miami-Dade

Martin County deputy helps 93-year-old recover $600,000 lost in gold bar scam

A Martin County sheriff’s deputy successfully recovered $600,000 for a 93-year-old resident after scammers posing as Federal Trade Commission officials convinced him to purchase gold bars with his life savings. Deputy Jasmaine McKinney intervened by contacting the gold company directly, resulting in a full refund of the funds to the victim's account within a few weeks.

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Why It Matters

This incident highlights the prevalence of gold-bar-based financial scams targeting elderly residents and demonstrates the role of local law enforcement in mediating the recovery of funds from third-party businesses.

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Who's Mentioned

organizationMartin County Sheriff’s Office“Law enforcement agency that intervened in the fraud case”personJasmaine McKinney“Martin County Sheriff’s Office deputy who facilitated the refund”organizationFederal Trade Commission“Agency impersonated by scammers to gain the victim's trust”