State officials announce five more arrests in DraftKings fraud scheme; total now fifteen. Scam involves using stolen credit cards to deposit money into DraftKings accounts, then withdrawing and transferring to scammers. Commissioner warns of potential arrests and emphasizes that promised payoffs are unlikely. Over $190,000 in fraudulent activity reported between August and September. Officials advise against funding online gaming accounts with personal bank accounts and sharing credentials. Participating in such schemes can lead to felony arrests.
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