Scam Alert: How Scammers Use Political Issues to get Your AttentionBetter Business BureauYou’ve likely received a robocall before. A recorded voice offers you an unbeatable deal or claims to be someone they are not. In a new twist, scammers are using hotly debated political issues to grab your attention. These con artists take advantage of buzzy, emotionally-charged news stories to trick unsuspecting consumers into falling for a scam. How the Scam Works You receive a robocall and answer the phone. A recorded voice – perhaps even one that sounds just like President Trump, Speaker Nancy Pelosi, or other prominent politician – explains the purpose of the call. According to one local news story, the border wall is currently a popular topic for these calls. As the 2020 election campaign heats up, other topics will undoubtedly be used as “bait” to grab your interest. If you offer to donate, your money won’t go to support the political cause. Instead, the phony caller will make off with your money… and your personal information that can be used for identity theft. How to Avoid Robocall Scams
For More Information To learn more about how to avoid robocall scams, read BBB.org/RoboCall. If you’ve been the victim of a robocall scam, report it on the BBB.org/ScamTracker. By doing so, you can help others protect themselves from falling prey to similar scams. Learn more about scams at BBB.org/ScamTips and learn how to avoid them at BBB.org/AvoidScams. | |
Alice Business Today 2019 - April 2019 |