AARP and Franklin Police Dept to Host Fraud Panel Discussion

AARP to Host Free Fraud Watch Panel Discussion in Franklin

Fraud experts and law enforcement officials to share best practices for avoiding scams

Every 2 seconds someone’s identity is stolen, however, not everyone has to be a victim. On Oct. 26, AARP Tennessee and the Franklin Police Department will host a special panel discussion in downtown Franklin as part of AARP’s Fraud Watch Network program.

The panel discussion will convene leaders from the public sector and private enterprise in an informative conversation and take audience questions about fraud.

This free event is open to the public, however, seating is limited on a first-come, first-served basis. Doors open at 1 p.m. CDT for refreshments prior to the panel discussion, which begins at 1:30 p.m.

The AARP Fraud Watch Network is a free program for both AARP members and non-members. It provides information about how to protect yourself and your family, offers “Watchdog Alerts” to stay up on con artists’ latest tricks, and what to do if you’ve been victimized. To join the AARP Fraud Watch Network, visit http://www.aarp.org/fraudwatch

WHAT:        AARP Fraud Watch Network Panel Discussion
WHEN:        Wednesday, Oct. 26, 2016 | 1:30 p.m. CDT
WHERE:     Franklin Police Department | Community Room
900 Columbia Ave. | Franklin, TN 37064
WHO:           Panel Moderator: Dave Morrow, AARP TN Fraud Watch Network state lead
                        Det. Chad Pace, Franklin Police Dept., Financial Fraud Division
Alan Marx, AARP consumer affairs expert
Ramona Smith, Tennessee Bureau of Investigation, Healthcare Fraud Unit
WHY:           To hold an open discussion about protecting our community members from frauds and scams
HOW:           Free registration is available online: https://aarp.cvent.com/FranklinFWN