Posts Tagged ‘scam’
Delaware State Police Detectives Arrest New York Man for Felony Theft in Scam
Delaware State Police detectives have arrested 35-year-old Flushing, New York man for a scam in which he impersonated a federal agent and convinced the victim that she needed to convert…
Read MorePhone Scammers Claim to Represent Constable
A phone scam is circulating in Sussex County, similar to one that was reported in Kent County in June.Sussex County officials said Wednesday that calls are being placed purported to…
Read MoreInvestors, Firms Advised To Be Alert For Possible Fraud Related To World Events
Delmarva citizens have already been advised to donate wisely and cautiously to Ukraine-related causes, and to make sure the are legit. However, investors and securities firms are also advised to…
Read More“Grandparents’ Scam” Surfaces Again In Maryland
A phone scam directed at senior citizens has scammed some into surrendering thousands of dollars. According to Maryland State Police, the Cumberland Barrack has received two reports of what’s been…
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…
Read MoreCharitable Fraud Abounds, Especially Near “Giving Tuesday”
Scams take no holiday, and that includes what’s become known as Giving Tuesday. The Tuesday after Thanksgiving often allows contributors to various causes to stretch their dollars through various promotions.…
Read MoreSkimmer Scam Discovered In Pocomoke City
Md. State Police Warn Of Phone Scam
Maryland State Police are warning of a phone scam on the Eastern Shore. More than 30 people have reported receiving a call which appeared to come from State Police. One…
Read MoreDover Businesses Warned Of Apparent Phone Scam
Dover Police are warning local businesses about an attempted telephone scam. A restaurant in the capital city received a call Monday from someone who claimed to be with the U.S.…
Read MoreUnemployment Fraud Attempts Escalate In Md.
The Maryland Department of Labor said Monday it has found more than half-a-million fraudulent unemployment claims in the last six weeks. A total of 1.3-million fraudulent claims have been flagged…
Read MoreWorcester Co. Warns Of Local Phone Scam
A phone scam has been reported in Worcester County, where residents have been getting calls falsely demanding payment for a utility bill or a tax bill. According to Worcester County…
Read MoreMd. State Police Investigate Phone Scam
Maryland State Police say an apparent telephone scam on the Lower Eastern Shore is asking for money, falsely, on behalf of State Police. A resident of Somerset County reported receiving…
Read MoreDel. Health Officials Warn Of Vaccine Scam
Phone scams are already turning up as Delaware rolls into the next phase of its COVID-19 vaccination program. According to Delaware Health and Social Services, no company can help get…
Read MoreMore Phone Scams Circulate In Del.
Two telephone scams are growing in frequency in Delaware as 2021 gets underway. According to the Delaware Attorney General’s Office, State Police and the Department of Correction, callers are threatening…
Read MoreGift Card Fraud Schemes Continue
The ‘gift card scam’ has not gone away with the end of the holiday season. Maryland State Police at the Princess Anne Barrack have reported an increase in the scheme,…
Read MoreAvailability Of COVID Vaccine Also Brings Out Scams
The COVID-19 pandemic has brought out the scammers, especially now that a vaccine is available. According to Beebe Healthcare, you should be very wary of any call, e-mail or text…
Read MorePhone Scam Targets Small Businesses
A scam looks to take advantage of small business owners. According to the Delaware Division of Small Business, some owners have received phone calls claiming to be from the Division…
Read MoreMD U.S. Attorney warns of coronavirus scams
Maryland U.S. Attorney Robert K. Hur is encouraging all Marylanders to be aware of individuals attempting to profit from the coronavirus pandemic. Coronavirus scams are being perpetrated around the country,…
Read MoreDelmarva Power urges customers to be aware of scams during holiday season
With the holiday season quickly approaching, Delmarva Power is reminding customers to always be on alert for potential payment scams targeting customers. Scams occur throughout the year, but the company…
Read MoreSeries of scams targeting residents across Delmarva
Social Security Scam hits Sussex County
Scammers are once again impersonating the Social Security Administration in Sussex County, making phone calls and leaving voicemails claiming your social security number will be blocked if you don’t pay…
Read MoreSelbyville woman warns of phone scam impersonating Delmarva Power
A phone scam impersonating Delmarva Power is making the rounds in Sussex County, concerning those who receive the calls who claim the scammers want to come to their houses to…
Read MoreOcean City Police Department Warns of Computer Repair Scam
The Ocean City Police Department is out with a warning for residents of the resort town after scammers spoofed phone numbers claiming to be Apple Support. Officers say an automated…
Read MoreDelaware Taxpayers Warned of Fraudulent Letter Scam
FROM THE DELAWARE DIVISION OF REVENUE: The Delaware Division of Revenue wants to alert citizens to a new taxpayer scam that is happening in Delaware. Victims may receive a letter…
Read MoreGeorgetown Police Warning of Phone Scam
Georgetown Police are Investigating an attempted fraud where the participants identified themselves as local government officials.聽 Georgetown Police were contacted Wednesday after a resident received several calls from someone identifying…
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