A Warren County man is out $1,200 in gift cards after being hit by a scam, according to Pennsylvania State Police.

It was reported to troopers Oct. 3.

The 72 year old said he received a message from Microsoft which said $1,200 was going to be taken from his account unless he provided the same amount in Lowe's gift cards, investigators said.

He was reportedly told more money would be taken from his bank account unless he provided the gift cards, according to troopers.