Cst Stephanie Myers says criminals are becoming more sophisticated and convincing, targeting people of all ages, genders and backgrounds.
March is Fraud Prevention Month, and the RNC wants people to spot the signs, protect themselves, and report suspicious activities. Cst Stephanie Myers says criminals are becoming more sophisticated and convincing, targeting people of all ages, genders and backgrounds. The most common frauds include impersonation, romance, investment, and grandparent scams – all which create a sense of urgency to pressure victims to act quickly. Always verify the identity of the organization or individual you are dealing with before sharing personal information or making transactions. Do not assume that people or organizations are who they claim to be. If you are suspicious, hang up and call the organization or individual directly. Do not trust a phone number because it is local or familiar. Technology allows fraudsters to disguise their actual contact information.
Myers says people need to create strong passwords, enable multi-factor authentication, and only log into your account from trusted sources. If you do get unwanted emails, or text messages, don’t reply and delete them immediately.
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