Have you ever won something from a contest or sweepstakes you didn’t even enter? Does a company want to give you something for nothing?
Scammers often use fake prize notifications to trick people into giving up personal information, paying fake “fees,” or clicking dangerous links. They create a sense of urgency, like “claim now or lose your prize!” to stop you from thinking it through.
If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
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.