The First Payment

Despite his misgivings, Anthony's paternal instincts and fear for his son's well-being ultimately overrode his caution. He made his way to the bank, where he withdrew $9,200. In a detail that underscores the complex psychology at play in such scams, Anthony told the bank teller that the money was for solar panel installation. This white lie was not just an attempt to avoid scrutiny; it also reveals Anthony's subconscious awareness that something about the situation might not be quite right.