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1. Shard Calculation

Query:

Response:

Calculated Shard: 19 (from laksa168)

2. Crawled Status Check

Query:

curl -X POST \
  'http://laksa019.int.ahrefs:8124/' \
  -H 'Content-Type: text/plain' \
  -H 'X-ClickHouse-Database: crawler3' \
  -H 'Authorization: Basic YXBpOg==' \
  -d 'SELECT getAhrefsURLFromUnparsed(src_unparsed) AS found_url, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(download_stamp), 0) AS crawl_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(props_url_first_seen), 0) AS first_indexed_time, download_http_code AS http_code, src_unparsed AS src_unparsed, src_root_hash AS src_root_hash, history_drop_reason AS history_drop_reason, meta_title AS meta_title, meta_descriptions AS meta_descriptions, attrs_boilerpipe_text AS attrs_boilerpipe_text, attrs_markdown AS attrs_markdown, attrs_readable_markdown AS attrs_readable_markdown, meta_canonical AS meta_canonical, ml_categories_json AS ml_categories_json, ml_types_json AS ml_types_json, ml_intent_types_json AS ml_intent_types_json, meta_language AS meta_language, attrs_author AS attrs_author, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_publish_time, ifNull(toUnixTimestamp(attrs_original_publish_time), 0) AS attrs_original_publish_time, ifNull(attrs_is_republished, 0) AS attrs_is_republished, ifNull(attrs_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_nr_words, ifNull(attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, 0) AS attrs_boilerpipe_nr_words, ifNull(body_ext_links_number, 0) AS body_ext_links_number, ifNull(body_int_links_number, 0) AS body_int_links_number, ifNull(meta_nofollow, 0) AS meta_nofollow, ifNull(meta_noarchive, 0) AS meta_noarchive, ifNull(props_was_rendered, 0) AS props_was_rendered, ifNull(src_redirect, \'\') AS src_redirect, ifNull(download_time_msec, 0) AS download_time_msec, ifNull(download_ttfb_msec, 0) AS download_ttfb_msec, ifNull(download_size, 0) AS download_size FROM crawler3.page_info_local FINAL PREWHERE (src_root_hash, src_unparsed) IN ((getAhrefsRootHashFromUnparsed(getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.kctv5.com/2026/02/11/cryptocurrency-scams-surge-target-older-adults/\')), getAhrefsUnparsedNoserviceFromURL(\'https://www.kctv5.com/2026/02/11/cryptocurrency-scams-surge-target-older-adults/\'))) FORMAT JSONEachRow'

Response:

{"found_url":"https:\/\/www.kctv5.com\/2026\/02\/11\/cryptocurrency-scams-surge-target-older-adults\/","crawl_time":1776315504,"first_indexed_time":1770832327,"http_code":200,"src_unparsed":"com,kctv5!www,\/2026\/02\/11\/cryptocurrency-scams-surge-target-older-adults\/ s443","src_root_hash":"341163809397825419","history_drop_reason":null,"meta_title":"Cryptocurrency scams surge, target older adults","meta_descriptions":["How to protect yourself and loved ones from cryptocurrency fraud, according to law enforcement."],"attrs_boilerpipe_text":"KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Law enforcement agencies across the country are warning the public about a growing number of cryptocurrency fraud cases.\nThe Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control said criminals are using the internet, social media, email, dating sites, text messages, and phone calls to convince victims to send money through Bitcoin and other virtual currencies.\n“These scams are designed to appear legitimate and frequently rely on urgency, fear, or promises of guaranteed returns,” the Highway Patrol said. Many victims are groomed and have established mutual trust with the perpetrator before money is requested.\nOlder adults appear to be particularly targeted by the schemes, though the Highway Patrol said scammers victimize others, as well.\nWarning signs of cryptocurrency fraud:\nPressure to act quickly\nRequests for payment in cryptocurrency or gift cards\nUnsolicited contact from someone claiming to represent government agencies with promises of guaranteed profits or ‘risk-free’ investment opportunities\nScammers also commonly instruct victims to keep transactions secret\nRomance fraud is also common, in which online relationships quickly turn into requests for money or investment.\nInvestigators emphasize legitimate government agencies and law enforcement do not request payment in cryptocurrency, gift cards, or wire transfers, or insist on urgency of action.\nThe agency encourages families and caregivers to discuss these scams with older adults.\nAnyone in Missouri who believes they have been targeted or victimized by a scam can contact the state Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Hotline at 800-392-8222 or file a complaint online at the Attorney General’s website. Residents in other states are encouraged to contact their respective state Attorney General’s office.\nLocal law enforcement and the Missouri State Highway Patrol can also be contacted to report suspected fraud.\nCopyright 2026 KCTV. 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(KCTV) - Law enforcement agencies across the country are warning the public about a growing number of cryptocurrency fraud cases.\n\nThe Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control said criminals are using the internet, social media, email, dating sites, text messages, and phone calls to convince victims to send money through Bitcoin and other virtual currencies.\n\n“These scams are designed to appear legitimate and frequently rely on urgency, fear, or promises of guaranteed returns,” the Highway Patrol said. Many victims are groomed and have established mutual trust with the perpetrator before money is requested.\n\nOlder adults appear to be particularly targeted by the schemes, though the Highway Patrol said scammers victimize others, as well.\n\nWarning signs of cryptocurrency fraud:\n\n- Pressure to act quickly\n- Requests for payment in cryptocurrency or gift cards\n- Unsolicited contact from someone claiming to represent government agencies with promises of guaranteed profits or ‘risk-free’ investment opportunities\n- Scammers also commonly instruct victims to keep transactions secret\n\nRomance fraud is also common, in which online relationships quickly turn into requests for money or investment.\n\nInvestigators emphasize legitimate government agencies and law enforcement do not request payment in cryptocurrency, gift cards, or wire transfers, or insist on urgency of action.\n\nThe agency encourages families and caregivers to discuss these scams with older adults.\n\nAnyone in Missouri who believes they have been targeted or victimized by a scam can contact the state Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Hotline at 800-392-8222 or file a complaint online at the Attorney General’s website. Residents in other states are encouraged to contact their respective state Attorney General’s office.\n\nLocal law enforcement and the Missouri State Highway Patrol can also be contacted to report suspected fraud.\n\n*Copyright 2026 KCTV. 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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Law enforcement agencies across the country are warning the public about a growing number of cryptocurrency fraud cases. The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control said criminals are using the internet, social media, email, dating sites, text messages, and phone calls to convince victims to send money through Bitcoin and other virtual currencies. “These scams are designed to appear legitimate and frequently rely on urgency, fear, or promises of guaranteed returns,” the Highway Patrol said. Many victims are groomed and have established mutual trust with the perpetrator before money is requested. Older adults appear to be particularly targeted by the schemes, though the Highway Patrol said scammers victimize others, as well. Warning signs of cryptocurrency fraud: Pressure to act quickly Requests for payment in cryptocurrency or gift cards Unsolicited contact from someone claiming to represent government agencies with promises of guaranteed profits or ‘risk-free’ investment opportunities Scammers also commonly instruct victims to keep transactions secret Romance fraud is also common, in which online relationships quickly turn into requests for money or investment. Investigators emphasize legitimate government agencies and law enforcement do not request payment in cryptocurrency, gift cards, or wire transfers, or insist on urgency of action. The agency encourages families and caregivers to discuss these scams with older adults. Anyone in Missouri who believes they have been targeted or victimized by a scam can contact the state Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Hotline at 800-392-8222 or file a complaint online at the Attorney General’s website. Residents in other states are encouraged to contact their respective state Attorney General’s office. Local law enforcement and the Missouri State Highway Patrol can also be contacted to report suspected fraud. Copyright 2026 KCTV. All rights reserved.

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(KCTV) - Law enforcement agencies across the country are warning the public about a growing number of cryptocurrency fraud cases. The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control said criminals are using the internet, social media, email, dating sites, text messages, and phone calls to convince victims to send money through Bitcoin and other virtual currencies. “These scams are designed to appear legitimate and frequently rely on urgency, fear, or promises of guaranteed returns,” the Highway Patrol said. Many victims are groomed and have established mutual trust with the perpetrator before money is requested. Older adults appear to be particularly targeted by the schemes, though the Highway Patrol said scammers victimize others, as well. Warning signs of cryptocurrency fraud: - Pressure to act quickly - Requests for payment in cryptocurrency or gift cards - Unsolicited contact from someone claiming to represent government agencies with promises of guaranteed profits or ‘risk-free’ investment opportunities - Scammers also commonly instruct victims to keep transactions secret Romance fraud is also common, in which online relationships quickly turn into requests for money or investment. Investigators emphasize legitimate government agencies and law enforcement do not request payment in cryptocurrency, gift cards, or wire transfers, or insist on urgency of action. The agency encourages families and caregivers to discuss these scams with older adults. Anyone in Missouri who believes they have been targeted or victimized by a scam can contact the state Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Hotline at 800-392-8222 or file a complaint online at the Attorney General’s website. Residents in other states are encouraged to contact their respective state Attorney General’s office. Local law enforcement and the Missouri State Highway Patrol can also be contacted to report suspected fraud. *Copyright 2026 KCTV. 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KANSAS CITY, Mo. (KCTV) - Law enforcement agencies across the country are warning the public about a growing number of cryptocurrency fraud cases. The Missouri State Highway Patrol’s Division of Drug and Crime Control said criminals are using the internet, social media, email, dating sites, text messages, and phone calls to convince victims to send money through Bitcoin and other virtual currencies. “These scams are designed to appear legitimate and frequently rely on urgency, fear, or promises of guaranteed returns,” the Highway Patrol said. Many victims are groomed and have established mutual trust with the perpetrator before money is requested. Older adults appear to be particularly targeted by the schemes, though the Highway Patrol said scammers victimize others, as well. Warning signs of cryptocurrency fraud: - Pressure to act quickly - Requests for payment in cryptocurrency or gift cards - Unsolicited contact from someone claiming to represent government agencies with promises of guaranteed profits or ‘risk-free’ investment opportunities - Scammers also commonly instruct victims to keep transactions secret Romance fraud is also common, in which online relationships quickly turn into requests for money or investment. Investigators emphasize legitimate government agencies and law enforcement do not request payment in cryptocurrency, gift cards, or wire transfers, or insist on urgency of action. The agency encourages families and caregivers to discuss these scams with older adults. Anyone in Missouri who believes they have been targeted or victimized by a scam can contact the state Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Hotline at 800-392-8222 or file a complaint online at the Attorney General’s website. Residents in other states are encouraged to contact their respective state Attorney General’s office. Local law enforcement and the Missouri State Highway Patrol can also be contacted to report suspected fraud. *Copyright 2026 KCTV. All rights reserved.*

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