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Warning issued over new scam targeting families of college athletes in Connecticut
The state is warning about what they said is a new scam targeting college athletes in Connecticut and their families. The Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection and the Department of Emergency Services and Public Protection said scammers are targeting individuals and their families whose information is publicly available, requesting payment and creating a sense of urgency. They said Connecticut State…
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Man accused of being involved multiple bail scams in Conn. sought by state police
Do you recognize this man? State police are searching for a man who is accused of using bail scams to steal money from residents in multiple towns in Connecticut. State police said an East Haddam resident first contacted troopers and said they received a phone call on Friday saying a family member was in custody after being involved in a…
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State police search for person accused of being involved in East Haddam bail scam
State police are searching for a person who they said was involved in a bail scam in East Haddam last week.
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State police search for person accused of being involved in East Haddam bail scam
Do you recognize this man? State police are searching for a person who they said was involved in a bail scam in East Haddam last week. The resident contacted state police and said they received a phone call on Friday saying a family member was in custody after being involved in a crash. According to the resident, they were informed…
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Watch out for text messages and calls from fraudsters impersonating your bank
The communications seem legit – just ask a West Hartford woman. The Connecticut Department of Banking warns it has heard reports from residents who have been targeted in the same way.
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Watch out for text messages and calls from fraudsters impersonating your bank
A short text led Jackie Manento, of West Hartford, to lose almost $3,500 last month. And, she still can’t believe it, “That’s why it’s wild because like my husband, he has a PhD. I have a master’s degree. I’m like, we’re sitting here together like, like, how.” The text looked like Bank of America was flagging large transactions and...
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Better Business Bureau warns of ‘Can you hear me' scam
The Better Business Bureau Serving Connecticut is warning people to beware of a scam where you’re asked a series of questions prompting a “yes” answer.
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How to avoid student loan debt scams
The Federal Communications Commission and Connecticut’s attorney general are warning people to watch out for robocall and text scams that may claim to offer relief from student loan debt. The scammers may be taking advantage of the current attention around the June 30 Supreme Court ruling which struck down President Joe Biden’s federal student loan forgiveness plan. Many borrowers...
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Newington Police Warns of Scammers Demanding Money for Unpaid Traffic Violations
The Newington Police Department is warning residents to be on the lookout for scammers that are claiming to be police officers, demanding money for unpaid traffic violations. Authorities said they’ve received numerous reports of the scam in which callers are told they have unpaid traffic violations that need to be paid off using prepaid credit cards. If you receive...
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Scammers Are Trying to Get to You Through Your Smart TV
You are probably savvy enough to avoid suspicious-looking text messages, emails and phone calls, but don’t let your guard down when you plop on the couch to watch a favorite show—scammers may be lurking. If you have a smart TV and use some sort of streaming device, you may be vulnerable to scammers. The Better Business Bureau put out...
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State Rep. Warns of Fake Donation Page for Family of Derby Kids Killed in NY Crash
State Representative Mary Welander is warning people to beware of a fake GoFundMe donation page that’s been created in the name of five children killed in a crash in Westchester County, New York. In a Facebook post, Welander said the webpage is posing as a fundraiser for the children’s family, but isn’t a legitimate site. The site URL reads...
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AVANGRID Warns Customers of Utility Scams
AVANGRID is urging customers of its electric and natural gas companies about ongoing utility scams. The company said it has received new reports of utility scams across its subsidiaries including Connecticut Natural Gas, Southern Connecticut Gas and United Illuminating Company. According to AVANGRID, there are reports of customers getting calls from people who claim to be employees or consultants of…
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Over 100 Scams Reported in Conn. This Holiday Season
People in Connecticut lost nearly $50,000 this holiday season due to scammers between November and January.
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Veterans Targeted by Scammers at a Higher Rate: AARP
Veterans, active duty and military families are nearly 40% more likely to lose money to scams and fraud, according to AARP.