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IRS Tax Notice
From: irs-collections@tax-urgentnotice.com
Subject: URGENT: Warrant for Your Arrest — Unpaid Taxes
Dear Taxpayer,
Our records indicate you owe $4,782.00 in back taxes. A federal arrest warrant has been issued in your name. You must pay IMMEDIATELY using gift cards or wire transfer to avoid arrest.
Call 1-800-555-0199 within 24 hours or law enforcement WILL come to your home.
— IRS Criminal Investigation Division
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