Tag: scams
Social media scams on the rise
The Federal Trade Commission said 95,000 people fell victim to social media scams in 2021. source
Officials warn shoppers about package-tracking scams l GMA
With the countdown to Christmas just three days away, officials are sounding the alarm to buyers about scam robo-text messages involving tracking packages. #ABCNews #Scams…
Huffman, Loughlin could face jail time in college admissions scandal
Davin Sweeney, a director of college counseling, joins “GMA” to discuss the fallout from the scandal that has ensnared wealthy parents like Lori Loughlin and…
Facebook Marketplace under scrutiny for alleged scams, criminal activity
ABC News’ Linsey Davis speaks with ProPublica journalist Craig Silverman on their latest report investigating alleged scams targeting consumers on Facebook Marketplace. ABC News Live…
Concerns rising over scams promising quick results on coronavirus test
ABC’s Pierre Thomas has more on the warnings from the FBI. #Coronavirus #FBI #ScamCalls source
FBI issues warning about COVID-19 scams
Missouri officials are suing televangelist Jim Bakker after his TV show promoted a cure for COVID-19. source
ABC News Live Update: Day 2 of former President Trump’s 2nd impeachment trial
Plus, an FTC warning about romance scams, and honoring the Tuskegee Airmen, the first Black U.S. military pilots. source
Fake Check? | A Scam Story #2
Have you ever tried selling something online and had to deal with scammers? I’m trying to sell my couches and I’ve got someone texting who…