Fraud Alerts

August 28, 2020: Obituary Scams Target Grieving Families

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Coping with a death is difficult enough and made even worse when criminals try to exploit a family member’s grief. Read More...

August 14, 2020: Don’t Be Fooled into Clicking on Fake Computer Virus Alerts

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Clicking on a pop-up window warning about computer virus threats could have the opposite effect for those who aren’t careful. Read More...

July 24, 2020: Phony Contact Tracers Trying to Bilk People During Pandemic

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Criminals are finding new ways to cash in on the coronavirus pandemic. Read More...

July 10, 2020: Homebuyers Scammed During Escrow Process

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Purchasing a home is an exciting time, but homebuyers should be on guard so their down payments and closing costs don’t end up in a criminal’s account. Read More...

June 26, 2020: Prescription Drug Scam Aimed at Seniors Can Be Costly, Deadly

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Online counterfeit drug scams are everywhere. They can drain your savings and be deadly. Read More...

May 22, 2020: Price Gouging on the Rise During Coronavirus Pandemic

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During emergencies like the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, deceitful merchants may charge excessive prices for essential consumer goods and services. Read More...

March 20, 2020: Email Phishing on the Rise During Coronavirus Pandemic

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Be alert for scammers trying to cash in during the coronavirus pandemic by sending phishing emails to steal your personal and financial information.

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March 13, 2020: Fraudsters Scam the Public Amid Coronavirus Outbreak

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The growing coronavirus pandemic has people looking online for prevention tips. But beware of scammers who are posting fake information about treatments and local outbreaks.  Read More...

February 28, 2020: Hang Up on Social Security Scammers

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If you receive a call from the Social Security Administration indicating that your social security number has been suspended or compromised, hang up! It’s a ploy. Read More...

February 14, 2020: Beware of Bogus Deliveries and Unwanted Costs

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An unexpected gift on Valentine’s Day might seem like a nice way to your heart, but these deliveries may also give scammers a direct route to your credit card. Read More...

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