AI voice‑cloning scam targets Alabama grandparents over bail money

Summary

Scammers used AI‑generated voice technology to impersonate the great‑grandson of Frank and Alice Boren in Birmingham, Alabama, claiming he was injured and needed bail. The fraudsters provided a case number and attorney name, demanding over $11,000 before the family recognized inconsistencies. The incident was highlighted by the Alabama Securities Commission and demonstrated by InventureIT researcher Kevin Manning. Authorities warn that similar AI‑driven impersonation scams are rising nationwide.