The Scam Alert Blog

There is a newer phone scam going on where the elderly are targeted by scammers using the identity of a family member. The caller informs “grandma” that they are in some kind of trouble (bus ticket, car repairs, etc) and on their way home to see them but need financial assistance in the form of money wired to them to help. Of course, once the money is wired then no visit takes place as this wasn’t the family member in the first place. Don’t fall victim to a scammer’s attempt to get your money. Always double check these situations out first. Remain skeptical until it is verified.