Scams & Fraud

If you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, please first contact your local law enforcement agency. For a complete listing of all municipal and county law enforcement agencies in Florida, as well as contact information, please click here.

If you or someone you know has been a victim of fraud, please first contact your local law enforcement agency. For a complete listing of all municipal and county law enforcement agencies in Florida, as well as contact information, please click here.

Get regular updates on the latest scams by signing up for biweekly Watchdog Alerts or text FWN to 50757 to receive text alerts.

The AARP Fraud Helpline, 877-908-3360, is free and available to anyone. We also offer online support sessions for further emotional support.

Watch out for these three scams. Natural disasters often bring an influx of con artists ready to take advantage of suffering and confusion.

Tips to know about Cryptocurrency ATM machines and scams.

With the arrival of travel season, AARP Pennsylvania reminds travelers to remain vigilant against scams that could turn dream vacations into disappointing ordeals. Travelers looking forward to relaxing and exploring new destinations should be cautious of too-good-to-be-true deals on vacation rentals and car hires.

Curt, a Granite Stater who lives up north, was in the market for a used tractor for personal use. He decided to look at Facebook Marketplace. After searching for a bit, Curt found one listing that perfectly matched what he was looking for. He was thrilled! Using the chat feature, he contacted the seller to inquire about the price of the tractor as it was so low.

Cryptocurrency ATMs are often colorful kiosks that are popping up in supermarkets, convenience stores, gas stations, restaurants, liquor stores and even laundromats across the US.

Connecticut consumers lost more than $70 million to fraud in 2023, according to the Federal Trade Commission. The Bulletin spoke with Connecticut Attorney General William Tong (D) in April about fraud-fighting efforts.