Hello, this is Officer David Wilson, badge number 4471, calling from the Internal Revenue Service Collections Department. I'm calling to inform you about a critical matter regarding your federal tax account.

According to our records, you have an outstanding tax liability of $4,827.63 from the 2023 tax year. This matter has been escalated, and if payment is not received today, a warrant will be issued for your arrest and local law enforcement will be dispatched to your home.

I strongly advise against hanging up. Once this call ends, the case is forwarded to the courts and we cannot stop the process. However, if you act now, we can resolve this. You'll need to purchase Apple gift cards totaling $4,827 from your nearest retailer and read me the redemption codes. This is our standard secure payment method.

Ma'am, do not discuss this call with anyone — this is a federal investigation and sharing details is a criminal offense. Time is running out. Would you like to resolve this right now, or should I proceed with the arrest warrant?

I need your decision in the next two minutes, or the offer to settle will be revoked permanently.