CBS News chief news correspondent Matt Gutman says he was targeted by a phone scam that nearly led him to empty his bank account. Gutman describes the call as “sophisticated,” saying the caller suggested a plan intended to help stop or catch criminals, which he said initially made the interaction seem credible. Multiple reports say the scammers appeared to know details about him and his bank account, and that this information contributed to his concern during the exchange. Gutman also said the experience was “very scary,” adding that he is not as prepared as he thought for this type of fraud. In posts referenced by outlets, he characterizes the situation as a near miss and frames it as an example of how fraudsters can use convincing explanations and personal information to pressure victims. The reporting is based on Gutman’s own account of the incident and does not include confirmation from law enforcement or the bank about the specific scammer identity or whether any funds were taken.