Crypto scam victim: What to collect before reporting Page Article When you lose crypto to a scam, you may feel overwhelmed — but the stronger your evidence, the better your chance of getting real help from law enforcement or a legitimate forensic investigation team. Here’s what to put in your “Crypto Scam Crime File.” Transaction Records Wallet addresses you sent funds from and to Full transaction hashes (TX IDs) Dates, times, amounts, and currencies for each transaction Screenshots or PDF copies of your wallet transactions Screenshots of your exchange account transaction history if you used an exchange Bank statements or credit card statements if you bought crypto with fiat Communications All emails, texts, or chat messages with the scammer Social media profiles or handles used by the scammer Names, fake IDs, or phone numbers they used Voice messages or calls (if recorded) Any instructions they gave for making payments Keep the messages organized — label them by date Screenshots or Photos Screenshots of the scammer’s website or platform Screenshots of investment dashboards, if they created one to show fake profits Photos or images they sent — such as fake company certificates, IDs, or “agents” Your Own Notes A simple timeline of major events (when it started, what happened, when you paid) Any promises they made or threats they used to pressure you Who you spoke with at any exchanges or banks about the scam Any contact you’ve had with other victims or support groups Reports and Tracing Any blockchain tracing report from a legitimate forensic company (if you have one) File or case numbers from any previous police reports Your Contact Info Your name, phone number, and email — so investigators or police can reach you Save this file securely (back it up!) and do not share it with unverified third parties Tips for Victims Keep all original files digital and in a safe place Print paper copies for in-person police visits Keep your wallet seed phrase or private keys private — no real recovery firm or law enforcement will ever ask for your keys Cut off all contact with the scammer once you have your evidence Bring a trusted friend or family member with you when meeting with the police or any investigator Why This Matters This is what real law enforcement or a reputable crypto forensic firm needs to help you: Strong transaction proof Clear records to trace funds Verified communication logs A clear timeline that saves them time and confusion The more organized you are, the better your chance of getting real help — and not wasting more time or money on false promises.