The FBI reports cryptocurrency investment fraud is one of the most prevalent and damaging fraud schemes today. Scammers, through means of manipulation, convince us to deposit more and more money into financial “investments” using cryptocurrency. In truth, these investments are fake; all victim money is under the control of—and ultimately stolen by—criminal actors, usually overseas. …
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Ever find yourself involved in a road rage incident? Many of us know the feeling of being in an uncomfortable or even unsafe situation on our roads. As more people move to Southwest Florida, the more grace and patience we need to have when we get behind the wheel. One definition of road rage describes…
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Stay safe by shopping on trusted sites, being wary of “too good to be true” deals and verify donation requests, while also protecting your physical mail and being cautious of phishing links and urgent requests. Online Shopping & Accounts · Shop Securely: Stick to trusted retailers, look for “https://” in URLs, and avoid public Wi-Fi…
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This is a very busy time of year, filled with travel plans, holiday parties and lots of traffic.Here are some simple safety tips to help keep you and your loved ones in GOOD CHEER!Holiday Party SafetyStaying safe on the roads is a top priority. If impaired, in any way, arrange for alternatetransportation or have a…
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Imagine receiving a call and hearing the voice of a friend or family member. They start asking for personal information or they need help and money. This is a weird request, but you hear their voice, so you comply… Now you’ve become a victim of a voice scam. Scammers rely on you trusting the recognized…
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“Lock It or Lose It” is a crime prevention campaign that reminds citizens to lock their vehicles and properly secure valuables to help prevent property crimes. Burglaries are often crimes of opportunity. Criminals may try multiple vehicles specifically looking for unlocked ones to enter. They may also look for unsecured property. An unlocked vehicle or…
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