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AARP Oklahoma is pleased to once again partner with the News on 6 and 92.9 The River for a drive-thru shredding event on May 3 from 9 a.m. to noon.
The AARP Fraud Watch Network recommends shredding paperwork with personal information such as account numbers, birth dates, passwords, PINs, signatures and Social Security and driver's license numbers to protect your identity.
The event is free and open to the public. AARP membership is not required to participate. Plus, participants may request a free fraud prevention kit and enter to win a $100 gift card.
Saturday, May 3
9 a.m. – noon
News on 6, 303 North Boston Ave., Tulsa
Complete the form below for a chance to win a $100 gift card and request a free AARP Oklahoma fraud prevention kit filled with resources from the AARP Fraud Watch Network.
Based on the 2024 Federal Trade Commission report, Oklahoma experienced $72.7 million in fraud losses, with identity theft being the most frequently reported type of fraud. AARP Oklahoma State Director Sean Voskuhl said, "We encourage people, of all ages, to fight fraud and shred instead."
Shred event organizers request attendees adhere to the following guidelines.
- Please do not bring documents that contain metal larger than a staple.
- Please do not bring magazines or cardboard to shred.
- There is a maximum of two boxes per person.
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