Criminals are using manipulated images, videos, and audio to impersonate friends, family members, or public figures—including government officials, law enforcement, and celebrities—in order to scam you out of money. These deepfakes can appear highly convincing, making fraudulent requests seem legitimate.
Always confirm the identity of anyone contacting you by using trusted phone numbers, official websites, or other verified sources.
Check out the infographic below from the ABA Foundation for additional information on deepfake media scams.
Be sure to check out our Blog or our page on Facebook for fraud tips every Friday. We’ll cover different types of fraud as well as red flags to help you identify when it might be a scam.
Remember, if you have questions about a possible fraud situation or just an uneasy feeling about a phone call, text, email, or transaction, feel free to contact the Fraud Department at (605) 934-2500.
