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Dubuque County Officials Investigate 4K Stolen In Email Scam

Officials investigating $524,284 disappearance in Dubuque County, Iowa.

Officials in Dubuque County, Iowa are currently investigating the disappearance of $524,284, which they suspect was stolen in a fraudulent scheme. The incident unfolded when an employee transferred the funds in response to a deceptive email that appeared to be from the city of Dyersville.

The missing money came to light when Dyersville officials inquired about the transfer status, prompting the county auditor and sheriff to launch an investigation. It was revealed that the city of Dyersville's email system had been compromised, leading to the unauthorized transfer of funds.

An internal review conducted by the county auditor's office confirmed that county employees had received a request for the money from an official Dyersville email address, resulting in the payment being sent. The auditor's office now believes that the invoice prompting the transfer was orchestrated by a third party.

The situation underscores the importance of vigilance in verifying the authenticity of electronic communications, especially when it involves financial transactions. Authorities are working diligently to trace the missing funds and apprehend those responsible for the fraudulent activity.

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