Imposter Scams On The Rise: How to Protect Yourself

Imposter scams occur when someone pretends to be a trustworthy individual or
institution to deceive and steal from unsuspecting victims.

Scammers may pose as government officials, tech support representatives, family
members, or even romantic interests. Their ultimate goal is to trick you into
giving them money or personal information.

Did you know?

1. Impersonation scams defraud thousands of individuals every year. According
to the IC3, two categories of fraud, Tech/Customer Support, a