Springfield officials aim to ban cryptocurrency machines

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WGGB/WSHM) - Springfield officials are looking to ban cryptocurrency kiosks in the city as they say scammers are using them to target victims.

The machines are typically found inside gas stations and convenience stores. Mayor Domenic Sarno said scammers using the machines have stolen more than a million dollars victims.

In a previous case, a Holyoke resident was told they had to pay $6,000 after missing jury duty. It was a scam and a detective was able to stop the transaction before it went through.

Police say if someone calls demanding payment through Bitcoin or crypto, hang up.