Fraud EDU: Understanding back-to-school scams
As the university term kicks off, many schools—elementary, central, and high—are already back in session. It’s a busy time of year. Students are adjusting to new schedules, classes, and teachers. Meanwhile, parents are dealing with a lot: Who’s dropping the kids off tomorrow? Are the lunch accounts settled? When’s the tuition due? And do college […]
Back-to-School Scams: The Essentials You Need to Know
The university term is just around the corner. Meanwhile, elementary, Central, and High Schools have already kicked off the new school year. It’s a busy time. Students are learning their new schedules, adjusting to different classes and teachers. Parents have their hands full—who’s dropping the kids off tomorrow? Are the lunch accounts funded? When’s tuition […]
Understanding Back-to-School Scams: A Guide to Common Fraud Tactics
As the university term kicks off, many schools—elementary, Central, and High—have already welcomed students back. It’s a busy time. Kids are getting used to their new schedules, classes, and teachers. Meanwhile, parents are grappling with their own sets of concerns. Who’s on drop-off duty tomorrow? Are the lunch accounts filled? When’s the tuition due? And […]
Sheriff’s office reports a rise in fake police scams.
Scammers are still impersonating law enforcement in Sedona and the Verde Valley, creating urgent situations to extort money from residents. Ron Norfleet, a volunteer fraud investigator with the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, has been particularly vigilant since noticing a rise in these incidents over the past year and a half. His office frequently handles cases […]
Sen. Britt promotes a collaborative GUARD Act to combat cryptocurrency scams targeting seniors
New Legislation to Protect Elderly from Financial Fraud Senators Katie Britt from Alabama and Kirsten Gillibrand from New York have teamed up to introduce a new piece of legislation aimed at safeguarding unprotected elderly retirees, dubbed the Confession (Guard) Act. This Guard Act would enable state and local law enforcement agencies to utilize federal grant […]
Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office reports a rise in fake police scams
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Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office reports rise in fake ‘police’ scams
Scammers Impersonate Law Enforcement in Sedona In Sedona and the Verde Valley, scammers are posing as law enforcement officers to extract money from residents by creating fake emergencies. Ron Norfleet, a volunteer fraud investigator with the Yavapai County Sheriff’s Office, has been observing this trend for about a year and a half. His office has […]
Alabama police alerting about an increase in phone scams asking for money and gift cards
Recently, police have noted a rise in phone and email fraud, with scammers making alarming threats that supposedly can only be resolved by sending them money. Law enforcement emphasizes that legitimate government transactions do not occur through Bitcoin machines, in-store kiosks, or Apple Music gift cards. For instance, a recent case involved a victim receiving […]
Understanding Toll Scams: How They Work and Ways to Spot Them
There’s been a noticeable rise in fraudulent texts suggesting that you owe money for unpaid tolls, and they’re becoming increasingly convincing. These scams, referred to as “smishing,” utilize deceptive links to extract personal and financial information from victims. The messages typically convey a sense of urgency, implying that immediate action is required to avoid late […]
Understanding Toll Scams: How They Work and Ways to Spot Them
Fraudulent text messages claiming you owe unpaid tolls are on the rise, and they’re getting more convincing. These scams, referred to as “smissing,” often contain fake links that aim to steal your personal and financial details. The messages usually create a sense of urgency, making it seem like you need to act right away to […]