If you’ve been the victim of a scam through Western Union, you might be able to get some of that money back.
Con artists have adapted over the years to new technologies, but direct wire transfers have long been a popular way to take money from your pocket and put it in scammers’ wallets.
In January, Western Union settled with the federal government, putting aside $586 million for victims who used their services over the past decade.
Those who might’ve wired cash through Western Union to people claiming to be relatives, bill collectors or even Nigerian princes between 2004 and August of 2015 could be eligible.
It’s not clear how many Idahoans may qualify, but officials will send letters to people they’ve identified as eligible over the next two weeks.
Anyone who doesn’t receive a letter but think they may qualify can file a claim at this website or call 1-844-319-2124.
The deadline to file a claim is Feb. 12, 2018.
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