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Computer scammers coming to homes to collect money in Pa.

HUNTINGDON, Pa. (WTAJ) — An alarming new scam is spreading across Pennsylvania. While arrests have been made, law enforcement is warning this could be part of a more elaborate, nationwide scheme.
Lifehacker

Six Psychological Tricks Scammers Use Against You

Chances are you’ve encountered a scammer recently—probably more than one, either on the phone, via email, or on a social media network. There were 2.6 million fraud reports filed last year alone, and ...
WTVD

Raleigh woman gives fake Microsoft employee access to computer, loses thousands of dollars

RALEIGH, N.C. (WTVD) -- Scammers stole a record-breaking $12.5 billion from Americans in 2024, that's according to the FTC This new data from the Federal Trade Commission says this is a 25% increase ...
Hartford Courant

Federal officials return $300K+ to CT woman who fell victim to computer support scam

The U.S. Attorney’s Office has recovered and returned approximately $328,573 to a victim of a computer support scam in Connecticut, federal officials said. “A computer support scam is a type of fraud ...