Posts Tagged ‘Scam Alert’
Georgetown Police Warn of SCAM
SCAM ALERT  We’ve received reports of individuals posing as Georgetown Police Officers to steal financial info or solicit money. REMEMBER: We will never ask for your banking info or payment for any reason. Stay alert. Do not send money or share personal info with anyone over the phone. Always verify who you are speaking with.…
Read MoreScam Alert: Fraudulent Jewelry Sales in Pocomoke
 The Worcester County Sheriff’s Office wants you to know about a recent incident in Pocomoke, where an individual has been approaching people in the Walmart parking lot, attempting to sell what has been confirmed to be counterfeit gold jewelry. The individual claims that the jewelry, which is priced at just a few hundred dollars,…
Read MoreSCAM ALERT: Gift Card Scam
The Milton Chamber of Commerce is warning the community about a scam that has appeared in Milton and throughout the region. This is a gift card scam – asking you to purchase gift cards from Target and send them the codes on the back. The email subject reads “A Momentous Appeal.” The email address is…
Read MoreScam Alert: Troopers Warn About Scammers Posing as Delaware State Police
Similar to the phone scam alert reported in Maryland, the Delaware State Police has also been investigating incidents in which victims receive phone calls from individuals posing as troopers. The scammers say they are wanted and/or owe bail money. Many of the victims of these scams have been individuals listed on the Delaware sex offender…
Read MoreSCAM ALERT: Bogus DHSS Text Message
If you receive or have received a text message that appears to be from @dhss.delaware.gov containing the message “Customer Department: 1-888-241-0357 #Your Delaware Card is Blocked. #MSG IDDE,” you should ignore/delete it. That message was not sent by DHSS. If you get a text message you aren’t expecting and it asks you to give some…
Read MoreDelawareans Warned To Contribute Carefully To Ukraine-Related Causes
Delawareans are being advised to be alert for possible scams surrounding efforts to help the people of Ukraine. “It speaks volumes of our neighbors that so many Delawareans have taken action to help the Ukrainian people,” Delaware Attorney General Kathy Jennings said Wednesday.  “Unfortunately, scammers are shameless and see a crisis as an opportunity. To…
Read MoreAdvice: Before Giving, Check Out Ukraine-Related Fundraising Appeals
Russia’s invasion of Ukraine raises the possibility of a charity scam.Marylanders are being advised to do research before giving to any causes that are related to Ukraine. “Scam artists seek every opportunity possible to prey on the generosity of well-intended donors,” Secretary of State John C. Wobensmith said. “If you choose to give to help…
Read MoreScam Alert: Md. Unemployment Insurance Fraud
Maryland authorities are warning the public about unemployment insurance scams. According to the Department of Labor Unemployment Division and Maryland State Police, people are receiving emails, calls and text messages from would-be scammers posing as a labor official. A common scheme by text asks the recipient to enter a user ID and password, which can…
Read MoreShop Smart: Tips To Reduce Risk Of Scams, ID Fraud
After Black Friday and Small Business Saturday comes Cyber Monday. It’s important to shop smart and avoid being scammed or having your personal information stolen, according to Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh. Frosh suggested that you make sure any website on which you are entering payment information is secure, and be very wary of clicking…
Read More‘Giving Tuesday’ May Bring Out The Scams
After Thanksgiving, Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday comes Giving Tuesday. It’s become a major day of philanthropic pledges to help non-profits, arts and cultural organizations and other community initiatives and causes. However, donors should be vigilant and make wise choices, according to Maryland Attorney Brian Frosch and Secretary of State John Wobensmith.…
Read MorePhone, E-Mail Scams Investigated In Easton
Easton Police are investigating several phone and e-mail scams.Recipients of these messages are asked to purchase gift cards and provide the caller with the information.Some of the scammers claim to represent local charities or political figures.Police are aware of one church member who was asked to buy $2,000 worth of gift cards from a local…
Read MoreDSP Warn of World Health Organization Scam
The Delaware State Police have been made aware of a new scam in the New Castle area involving the World Health Organization. According to the World Health Organization’s webpage, there are various internet scams involving emails circulating implying to be from or associated with the World Health Organization (W.H.O.). The scam emails request money or…
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