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07/09/2019
Better Business Bureau: Imposter Fraud
ABC 7
CHICAGO (WLS) -- The Better Business Bureau is warning consumers to be aware of people who pretend to be government officials to try and steal money.
Steve Bernas from the Better Business Bureau is joined ABC7 to share ways to protect yourself from scammers.
Tips to Spot This Scam:
- Most of the imposters say they are are related to government agencies, like the IRS, Medicare, or the Social Security Administration
- Imposters call consumers demanding payment or the consumer will be arrested or deported, etc.
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