FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 31, 2026
MOBILE, Alabama – The Mobile County District Attorney’s Office is urging the public to be aware of a growing trend in cryptocurrency-related scams impacting individuals across the community.
These scams often involve fraudsters convincing victims to transfer money into cryptocurrency through promises of investment returns, impersonation schemes, or urgent financial requests. Once transferred, the funds can be difficult to trace—leaving many victims believing there is no path to recovery.
District Attorney Keith Blackwood says his office is seeing an increase in these cases and is urging anyone who may be a victim to report it immediately. (Contact number below)
“Our office is seeing more cases involving cryptocurrency scams, and these are not just financial crimes—they are crimes that can devastate families, particularly our elderly population,” said District Attorney Keith Blackwood. “The good news is that this is not beyond our reach. We have invested in the tools and training necessary to trace these transactions and pursue the people responsible.”
Working in coordination with the Mobile Police Department and the Mobile County Sheriff’s Office, the District Attorney’s Office is taking a proactive approach to ensure these cases are investigated locally.
Early efforts have already resulted in the seizure of multiple cryptocurrency wallets and bank accounts, along with arrest warrants in what is believed to be Mobile County’s first crypto-related prosecution.
Blackwood emphasized that timing is critical in these cases.
“The sooner we get involved, the better chance we have to trace the funds and potentially recover what was taken,” Blackwood said. “If you believe you’ve been targeted, do not wait.”
Investigators have found that elderly victims are often reluctant or too embarrassed to come forward. The District Attorney’s Office encourages residents to check in with elderly family members, who are frequently targeted in these schemes.
The Mobile County District Attorney’s Office encourages the public to:
- Report suspected cryptocurrency fraud to the District Attorney’s Office immediately
- Be cautious of unsolicited investment opportunities or anyone guaranteeing returns
- Never feel pressured to convert funds into cryptocurrency
“These cases involve real people who have lost their savings, their security, and their peace of mind,” Blackwood added. “We want this community to know two things: you are not alone, and we are here to help.”
For more information or to report suspected cryptocurrency fraud, contact the Mobile County District Attorney’s Office: Todd Partin, Investigator – 251-574-8407