Recent Posts
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audio 29:16
A Discussion on Fraud with AARP - Part 1
From Grandparents Scams to Obituary Fraud, there is no end to the number of methods con artists use to separate you from your hard earned money. Find out from AARP and Postal Inspectors about emerging fraud scams and how to protect yourself and your loved ones.
Posted by Donna Harris, 03/28/2015 10:18 AM
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audio 08:18
PayDay Loans - Never a Borrower or a Lende...
Never a lender or a borrower be…is the old adage. Everyone can use extra cash, but you may want to find a different source. Pay Day Loans are costly and could leave you with less that what you borrowed for. Listen to the advice of Postal Inspectors.
Posted by Donna Harris, 01/16/2015 03:35 PM
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video 19:37
Truth Or Consequences - A video on Fake Ch...
Mixed in with the bills you get a surprise – a check made out to you for money. It may be a hoax designed to empty your account, so beware! Postal Inspectors are letting you know of a scam designed to rob your bank account and a whole lot more.
Posted by Donna Harris, 10/17/2014 06:57 PM
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audio 25:56
Identity Theft and Fraud - A Continued Con...
We’re back with more information on the topic of Identity Theft and Mail Fraud. Did you know? Each year, thousands of consumers fall victim to FRAUD. Don’t be a victim. Listen to this continued conversation on fraud for tips on how to protect yourself and your family. And please leave a comment.
Posted by Donna Harris, 09/26/2014 05:14 PM
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audio 23:31
Identity Theft - A Discussion with AARP an...
Each day thousands of Americans fall victim to identity theft/fraud. What is this you might ask? You’re a victim when someone steals key pieces of information, which could include your name, address ,date of birth, social security number, or other personal identifiers to gain access to your person
Posted by Donna Harris, 08/29/2014 03:45 PM
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audio 16:04
Cross-Border Fraud - Nowhere to Run
Inspector Adam Fascio is back on the Crime Chronicles discussing those frauds that typically originate outside the United States, such as foreign Lottery Fraud. He discusses how people are victimized by Lottery Fraud and how you can protect yourself and your loved ones from Fraud.
Posted by Donna Harris, 07/15/2014 05:34 PM
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Consumer Alert: Victim wired away her life savings
WASHINGTON, D.C. – One victim lost her life savings through mail scams, but postal inspectors say there’s a new website to help raise awareness about these kinds of scams. (CLICK ON THE LINK IN THE TITLE FOR MORE DETAILS.)
Posted by Donna Harris, 06/30/2014 05:29 PM
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audio 10:51
Work-At-Home Scam Alert
This is a SCAM ALERT on the newest work-at-home scheme to bilk consumers out of their money. Be alert, be aware. The Postal Inspection Service is keeping consumers updated on the latest scam where fraudsters use legitimate business names to pull consumers into their scheme.
Posted by Donna Harris, 06/16/2014 02:31 PM
