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Justice Department targeting scams against older people
The Justice Department said that it has charged more than 225 individuals over the past year in connection with fraud scams that victimize people age 60 and older.
2 weeks ago -
11 years in jail for ex-Veterans Affairs official in disabled vet fraud scheme
James King, 63, of Baltimore, Maryland, previously pleaded guilty to one count of honest services and money wire fraud, one count of bribery of a public official and one count of falsifying records to obstruct an investigation.
4 weeks ago -
Tax scams are on the rise — here’s how to protect sensitive info
The Secret Service issued a tax season phishing alert, saying large-scale scams are luring unsuspecting victims in with emails from what appear to be reputable companies.
1 month ago -
Scammers at work: What you need to know about utility scams
Scammers claiming to be from a utility are always at work, and lately, they’ve been busy going after Pepco customers.
4 months ago -
Data Doctors: What to do if you fall for a Microsoft support scam
Data Doctors’ Ken Colburn explains how Microsoft support scammers convince people that they have computer problems and what you can do if you’re scammed.
5 months ago -
Jury duty scam hits Loudoun Co.
Scam alert: Someone claiming to be a Loudoun County Sheriff’s deputy is calling residents and asking them to pay a fine for not showing up for jury duty.
11 months ago -
Beware of storm-related scammers, police warn DC-area residents
In the aftermath of Friday’s storm, D.C. area police are warning homeowners to beware of storm scammers
1 year ago -
Maryland’s AG, comptroller highlight threat of elder financial fraud
Two of Maryland’s top elected officials urged seniors to guard their personal information and encouraged adult children to keep track of their parents’ financial dealings as part of an effort to bring attention to elder financial abuse and fraud.
1 year ago -
Veterans twice as likely to be scammed as general public: Survey
AARP’s lead fraud researcher, Doug Shadel, said that the con men he’s interviewed have told him the best way to scam a vet is to pretend to be one.
1 year ago -
Robo Rage: Area codes around DC that get the most robocalls
Consumers received 2.3 billion robocalls every month on average, according to the FCC. If every American could answer the phone, including infants, that’s 8 calls per person. Here’s what D.C. consumers need to know.
2 years ago -
Card skimmer found in Alexandria; police say cases now ‘almost weekly’
A 7-Eleven store in Alexandria is the latest to have had a skimmer installed at an ATM. Police say there are some things you can do to protect your money.
2 years ago -
Avoid becoming a victim of gas pump credit card skimmers
More credit card skimmers are being found in local gas pumps and technology is making them tougher to spot, police say. Get tips to avoid becoming a victim.
2 years ago -
Beware: Spring brings scammers to your door
The Better Business Bureau warns that common scams involve magazine subscriptions, alarm systems and post-storm contractors.
2 years ago -
DC police: Scam artists are posing as police union reps
District of Columbia police are warning residents not to give any money to individuals claiming to be representatives from the DC Fraternal Order of Police because they are scam artists.
2 years ago -
IRS tax cons, phishing and how to avoid getting scammed
When it comes to IRS cons and phishing scams, here’s what to watch out for and how to protect yourself.
3 years ago
