Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert Federal, state, and local law enforcement officials are joining forces to take action against scammers targeting older adults. The crackdowns are paying off with nationwide arrests of fraudsters who have cheated seniors out of thousands of dollars. In one case, six people were arrested and indicted in Atlanta, Georgia in … Continue reading “Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert”
Category: Fraud / Scams
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert If you get a phone call, email, or a letter in the mail from someone you do not know announcing that you have won thousands of dollars or threatening you with jail if you do not pay a fine you do not owe, you are being targeted by scammers. Consumer … Continue reading “Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert”
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert Security experts have consistently cautioned consumers about protecting their computers from hackers. Now, the same warnings are being issued over smartphones. With more people using their phones to shop, bank, and conduct other types of business, hackers are finding a treasure trove of personal information on mobile phones. “I always … Continue reading “Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert”
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert Older adults are exploring the Internet on their tablets, computers, and smartphones. But their online explorations are coming with a hefty price tag and serious consequences. A study by the Aspen Institute’s Tech Policy Hub found that adults over 60 were victims of cybercrimes and lost $650 million in 2018. … Continue reading “Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert”
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert During the COVID-19 pandemic, families kept in touch with their elderly family members to make sure that they were safe. Now, advocates for seniors are urging families to keep the lines of communication open to make sure their loved ones are not falling for financial scams. It’s not always easy … Continue reading “Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert”
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert An elderly woman in Harrison County, West Virginia, received a call saying that she had won a $1 million lottery. But there was a catch. The caller told the woman to send her $25,000 over a two-year period by mail and by wire. The lottery was a scam. The caller, … Continue reading “Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert”
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert – Keeping your Social Security Number Safe
Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert – Keeping your Social Security Number Safe AARP describes Social Security numbers as the “skeleton key to identity theft.” And, scammers want those “keys” to commit fraud against older adults. According to AARP, one common scam involves seniors receiving calls from a fraudster who claims to be an employee from … Continue reading “Elderly Scam / Fraud Alert – Keeping your Social Security Number Safe”
Scam Alert/Fraud Alert | NOV 2020- Scammers Pretending to Be With the DOJ
Scam Alert/Fraud Alert – Scammers Pretending to Be With the DOJ There are a number of scams and frauds perpetrated against older adults, but one scheme that frightens seniors the most is when a scammer purports to be from the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ). DOJ offices around the country have been warning older adults … Continue reading “Scam Alert/Fraud Alert | NOV 2020- Scammers Pretending to Be With the DOJ”
Elderly Scams / Fraud Alert
Elderly Scams / Fraud Alert The telephone rings in the home of an older adult and on the other end is a frantic voice crying, “Grandma, Grandma, I have the coronavirus and I’m in the hospital! Can you wire me money to pay my bill?” The caller is not likely the person’s grandchild but a … Continue reading “Elderly Scams / Fraud Alert”