FBI warns shoppers of holiday scams

How to protect yourself against scams during the holiday shopping season
With some of the biggest days for holiday shopping behind us, chances are you might be expecting packages in the mail over the next few weeks, which gives scammers and criminals a lot of opportunities.
FBI Albuquerque warns about holiday season scams
The FBI field office in Albuquerque is warning people to be aware of scammers this holiday season. Authorities said nationwide, Americans are being scammed out of hundreds of millions of dollars. In New Mexico,
FBI Warning—Online Holiday Shopping Scams Could Ruin Your 2024 Season
The FBI has issued a warning to consumers about the growing risks of holiday-related online shopping fraud. Here's what to watch out for.
Protect Your Elders From Scams During the Holidays
Many older adults repeatedly give away critical funds to scammers over the giving season, requiring protective guardianships or conservatorships.
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The FBI mentioned four common scams to watch out for: non-delivery scams, where buyers pay for items online but never receive them; non-payment scams, where sellers ship goods but don't get paid; auction fraud, involving the misrepresentation of products on auction sites; and gift card fraud, where scammers request payment through prepaid cards.
Avoid falling victim to holiday shopping scams with these tips from the BBB
The holiday season is a busy time for shoppers, but scammers are also busy, looking for ways to trick people out of money.
'Be wary:' FBI warns shoppers of holiday scams as Black Friday, Cyber Monday sales kick off
The FBI has issued a holiday scam advisory, warning shoppers to "be wary" of potential grifts as they begin to shop Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales.
FBI issues holiday scam warning for online shoppers
The FBI issued a warning to consumers about online scams as the holiday shopping season gets officially underway this week with Black Friday and then Cyber Monday. “Don’t let #holiday excitement cloud your judgment!
How to protect yourself, and your wallet, from scams this holiday season per the FBI
As the holiday shopping season begins, the FBI is warning shoppers and sellers of scams. Check out these tips to protect yourself and your wallet.
FBI warns shoppers: How to avoid falling for online scams this Black Friday and holiday season
The FBI is cautioning shoppers about the growing threat of online fraud during the holiday season. The FBI emphasizes the need for vigilance as scammers target online shoppers, especially during the busy Black Friday sales.

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