Fighting Fraud Friday! Scammers will try to cheat you out of your money over the phone by impersonating your bank and other businesses you trust . If you get an unexpected call asking for personal information or to send money, it is likely a scam. Here are tips to keep in mind when answering the phone:
– Don’t rely on Caller ID as scammers can spoof any name or number.
– Hang up on unexpected calls. Stay safe by dialing a reliable number.
– Never give sensitive information. Banks may need to verify you if you call them but never the other way around.
– Beware of scare tactics. Banks and legitimate business will never threaten you.
If you have been a victim of a scam like this, report it to the Federal Trade Commission at ReportFraud.ftc.gov and to the FBI at ic3.gov.
