Douglas County deputies bust Illinois duo accused of targeting elderly victim in Mega Millions scam

Two Illinois residents were arrested in Omaha after investigators say they tried to scam an elderly victim out of more than $470,000 in a fake Mega Millions scheme.

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Illinois pair arrested in Omaha after $470,000 Mega Millions scam targeting elderly victim

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Neb. —

Two Illinois residents are behind bars after investigators said they traveled to Omaha to collect nearly half a million dollars in an international lottery scam.

They initially claimed to be with Mega Millions, targeting an elderly victim.

They then claimed to be CIA agents and said the victim needed to pay more than $470,000 to receive her winnings.

The suspects were arrested after attempting to meet up with the victim to take the money.

Deputies also recovered a loaded handgun, marijuana, and cash from their vehicle.

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