The FTC launched ReportFraud.ftc.gov, a website that makes it easy for people to report fraud, scams, and bad business practices. Over the last couple years, fraud and scams have been on the rise due to COVID, so it could not have come at a better time. Help your community; report and stop scams.
If you get calls, emails, or mail about:
- “Free vacations”
- “Miracle” cures
- Your Social Security number
- Buying gift cards
- and more!
Common types of fraud that you may encounter include:
- Mail fraud
- Credit and debit card fraud
- Social Security fraud
- Voter fraud
- Elder fraud
- Stolen tax refunds
- Drivers license fraud
- and more!
Take a second and look up if this could be a scam. You may also add your phone number to the official “Do Not Call” Registry here: www.donotcall.gov. Do not send money to people you don’t know. Do not give out your Social Security number to people you don’t know. If you are called and suspect a scam, hang up. If you suspect that the call, email, or mail could be a scam or fraud, report it. Contact us if you believe your accounts have been compromised. It will help protect you and your community!
