Those wanting to convert cash into cryptocurrency can do so at more than 20 local kiosks, but the Fort Wayne Police Department on Thursday alerted users about potential risks.

"Scammers are increasingly directing victims, especially seniors, to use these kiosks as part of sophisticated fraud operations," public information officer Sgt. Jonathan Cutler said in a news release.

Virtual currency kiosk schemes typically involve criminals who use high-pressure tactics to persuade victims to send them money, such as by posing as law enforcement officers and threatening arrest or legal action, the release said.

Other scammers purport to be representatives from utility companies and technical support, the release added. It noted romance and lottery scams are also common.

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