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Scammers, Phishers, And Fraudists May Be Here To Stay

By Harold Katz, R.Ph. 9. Online Quiz and Games Show. Before playing, Additionally, there are several firms that offer to rescue
they demand verification and personal information. you from a scam situation that may involve you… for a fee,
Nobody questions the Recommendation: Stay away from game shows that require of course. They include such names as Identity Guard, ID
evidence that the coming of credit card or phone information. Watchdog, ID Shield, and others.
the Internet and the cell phone 10. Survey Scam. You have been picked to take part in a Internet, cell phone crimes are not going to go away.
has changed our way of living. survey. Malware is installed with your response. They are too lucrative for culprits in India, Jamaica, and
Much that is “good” has resulted There are some federal commissions for reporting elsewhere to cease their activities. It is up to us, the users
from the use of these products; these frauds. They include The Federal Trade Commission of these instruments to be wary. It is up to us to bring
however, some is “bad”, and (FTC). A telephone number to call is 1-877-382-4357. these thieves to justice.
we laymen are just realizing Their Complaint Assistant Department compiles all
the extent of the danger. Fraud, complaints for legal action. The Federal Bureau of Harold Katz R.Ph., Edgewater Estates
deceit, threatening, blackmail, are daily occurrences. Boca Investigation (FBI) 202-324-3000 is also interested in
Pointers may be interested in the Top Ten Internet/cell phone this activity through their Internet Crime Center (known (Author’s note: As this article was being submitted, the
scams for the year 2020, as compiled by the companies that as IC3). The state Consumer Protection Office 1-800-835- April issue of the AARP Bulletin was received. It contains
offer to protect us from harm: 7352 also should be notified of scams and frauds. Finally, a comprehensive article on scamming world-wide. Very
1. Advance Fee Fraud. A service or product is offered, Palm Beach County’s Consumer Affairs Division wants well- researched. Clever detective work. This is a must- read
and upfront payment is required, frequently for “shipping and to know what’s happening. Dial 561 443-8170. document. HK) 
handling” (S&H). Sometimes the product is free. A profit is
earned on the S&H alone, indicating the true minimal worth of
the product.
2. Impersonation Scam. Caller poses as member of the
family, often a grandchild. He/she is in trouble and needs you
to send money.
3. Charity Relief Scam. Pictures of young children in
intolerable surroundings. Request is made for donations.
4. Extortion and Blackmail Scams. Caller threatens you with
some leverage, either picture or some information that you do
not want aired. Money is demanded.
5. Phishing Identification Scams. An email is sent from,
purportedly, a brand name company asking you to verify an
order at once. You never placed an order, so you respond. The
scammer is harvesting your personal information for further use.
6. Lawsuit and Legal Fee Scam. Caller often impersonates
a police officer or some law enforcement agency. Indicates that
you have an outstanding fine or some unpaid debt. Threatens
legal action if you do not pay at once.
7. Email Attachment Scam. An email is sent with attachment,
and curiosity makes you open it. This installs malware or
spyware on your computer and your personal information is
stolen.
8. Hijacked Profile Scam. Hijacker finds a way to access
your profile when you visit suspicious links, then demands
compensation from you.

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