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The first person had $501,000 stolen in the scheme. The next one was defrauded out of $150,000, and the third lost $129,000.
The Gordon Morton Award for Community Service is named for Gordon Morton, who served as the first president of the Kempsville Chapter, and served a four-year term as AARP Director for Virginia before there was a state office or staff in the Commonwealth.
We’re serious about wanting to help consumers fight identity theft! Stay one step ahead of identity thieves with AARP Idaho at a free shredding events in Pocatello and Ft. Hall on May 16 and 17. Experts agree that shredding confidential documents is a good way to protect yourself from fraud.
Join AARP Vermont and national fraud expert, Doug Shadel, for an informative presentation on fraud prevention
One of the most popular ways for criminals to steal money and sensitive information is by impersonating a trusted source — often a government agency. According to the Federal Trade Commission, victims of government impostor scams reported theft of nearly $617 million in 2023.
A frequently impersonated agency is the Social Security Administration. Here’s what you need to know to spot and stop a Social Security impostor scam.
If you can spot a scam, you can stop a scam!
How do you know what you see or read online is true?
Fight fraud, shred instead
When AARP Virginia volunteer Shannon Abell recently delivered one of his many fraud alert presentations, this one was far different than most, even if he was not aware until after he finished speaking.
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