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Police warn of new text scam using fraudulent court documents
INDIANA – Indiana law enforcement agencies are issuing a statewide alert following a surge in sophisticated text message scams designed to trick residents into paying…
Social Security Administation issues urgent warning: Sharp increase in fraudulent email scams
BALTIMORE, MD — The Social Security Administration (SSA) is sounding the alarm for millions of American retirees following a “significant increase” in sophisticated email scams…
Crane Credit Union warns of fraudulent French Lick Resort free vacation mailer
FRENCH LICK — A sophisticated new mail scam is targeting Indiana residents by exploiting the name of one of the state’s most iconic landmarks. Officials…
AARP Indiana applauds new law protecting Hoosiers from crypto kiosk scams
INDIANA – AARP Indiana expressed its support today for Governor Mike Braun’s signing of House Enrolled Act 1116 (HEA 1116), landmark legislation designed to protect…
Lawrence County Veterans Service Officer warns of sophisticated text scam
BEDFORD — Lawrence County Veterans Service Officer Brad Bough is issuing an urgent alert to local veterans regarding a fraudulent text messaging scheme designed to…
Experts warn: Romance scam season peaks in January for lonely seniors
NATIONWIDE — As the calendar turns to 2026, experts are issuing a high-priority warning to older adults: January is officially “peak season” for romance scams….
Protect Your Wallet: How to avoid holiday cyber scams this Christmas
INDIANA – Consumers are advised to be highly vigilant this holiday season, as new data reveals a sharp increase in financial losses due to fraud….
Surprise package scam: BBB warns against scanning QR codes in unexpected deliveries
NATIONAL — The Better Business Bureau (BBB) has issued a warning regarding a sophisticated twist on an old scam known as “brushing,” where consumers receive…
Tax refund text scam resurfaces: DOR warns public not to click suspicious links
INDIANA – A renewed text message scam targeting taxpayers, requesting confirmation of bank account information for tax refund deposits, is currently circulating. The Department of…
Utility Scam Alert: Martin County Sheriff warns of Duke Energy imposters
MARTIN CO. — The Martin County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents about a new, aggressive phone scam in which an individual impersonates a Duke Energy…
