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Scams & Fraud
AARP North Dakota will offer free document shredding in three locations across the state this month.
You can outwit criminal scammers and identity thieves by attending AARP North Dakota’s free shred events in April and our Fraud Fighters Lunch and Learns in May. Shred those sensitive documents first, then join us to hear how to spot a scam, protect your loved ones and stay safe from scams.
Learn how to spot popular scams and recognize the signs of elder financial exploitation by listening to an AARP North Dakota telephone town hall this month.
Learn more about AARP ND's fraud activities and find out what to watch for through stories shared.
When Michael V. was scammed out of several hundred dollars online, he decided to share his story to help others.
Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem is warning North Dakotans of a recent increase in the number of people reporting scam calls claiming that their Social Security number had been compromised. Unfortunately, several people have fallen victim to the scam.
Hear from Tony Aukland with the N.D. Information Technology Department
Nearly four million people are being sent their Economic Impact Payment by prepaid debit card, instead of paper check. The determination of which taxpayers receive a debit card was made by the Bureau of the Fiscal Service, another part of the U.S. Treasury Department that works with the IRS to handle distribution of the payments.
Scam artists are profiting from unsuspecting elderly North Dakotans during this time of social distancing and social isolation, warned Attorney General Wayne Stenehjem.
The Inspector General of Social Security, Gail S. Ennis, is warning the public about fraudulent letters threatening suspension of Social Security benefits due to COVID-19 or coronavirus-related office closures. The Social Security Administration (SSA) will not suspend or discontinue benefits because their offices are closed.
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