FOX10’s Natalie Williamson Investigates Scammers’ Latest Fear Tactics Amid Mixed Public Reaction
Natalie Williamson, the newest member of the FOX10 team, is diving into her latest investigative report that exposes a disturbing scam tactic where con artists use Google screenshots of people’s homes to instill fear and extort money. Despite her earnest reporting, the reaction online has been mixed, with some viewers applauding her efforts, while others claim she’s arrived “10 years too late” to the conversation.
Natalie’s rise to prominence as a journalist is rooted in her passion for reporting, a career she dreamt of since childhood. Born and raised in Mobile, Alabama, she’s no stranger to the public eye. Her early days saw her calling into local sports radio station WNSP 105.5 to report game statistics, eventually becoming a co-host for several shows. Her love for storytelling blossomed during her time at Gulf Coast Media, where she earned two Alabama Press Association Awards for her coverage of investigative stories and sports.
Her most recent project involves a deep dive into a new wave of scam threats where victims receive threatening messages that claim to have personal details, including images of their homes. These scammers send screenshots of homes pulled from Google Maps in an attempt to convince their targets that they’re being surveilled. However, as Natalie explains, the images and threats are purely scare tactics. The con artists are not in possession of any actual compromising material; their goal is solely to extort money by playing on fear.
Despite her clear affiliation with FOX10, many in the YouTube comment section, where Natalie mentioned her report on popular YouTuber and scam catcher Pleasant Green‘s channel, are questioning her credibility. Some comments accuse her of being behind the curve, saying the scam has been widely discussed for years. “This is old news,” one user wrote, while others chimed in, “10 years too late.” However, there’s no shortage of defenders, with supporters praising Natalie for bringing attention to the issue. “It’s never too late to talk about scams like these,” wrote one commenter, pointing out the importance of continuous coverage to protect those unaware of these tactics.
As Natalie continues her investigative work, she remains steadfast in her mission to inform the public, standing firm in her belief that, whether old or new, exposing scams is crucial to preventing further harm. With a growing career at FOX10 and a dedication to her community, Natalie Williamson is proving that she’s here to stay—despite the online noise.
Her report on scammers using these scare tactics to deceive people will air soon on FOX10, and it will also be available online for viewers looking to educate themselves on how to protect their personal information.
