#ElderlyProtection

Japanese police create fake support scam payment cards to warn victims

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April 27, 2024 at 01:18PM Japanese police in Fukui prefecture are combatting online scams targeting elderly by placing dummy payment cards in convenience stores. Labeled “Virus Trojan Horse Removal Payment Card” and “Unpaid Bill Late Fee Payment Card,” these alert mechanisms warn elders seeking payment cards at instructions of fraudsters. This initiative aims to identify … Read more

FTC warns scammers are impersonating its employees to steal money

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March 19, 2024 at 03:19PM The FTC warns of scammers posing as its employees to deceive consumers into transferring money, resulting in a median loss of $7,000. Guidelines for identifying these fraudulent activities have been issued, with consumers urged to report any scams. The FBI also provides tips to defend against such scams, as online … Read more