Seniors lost $4.8 billion to scammers in 2024: FBI

(NEW YORK) -- Seniors lost $4.8 billion in 2024 to scammers, according to a report released Wednesday by the FBI.In total, people in the United States lost $16.6 billion in 2024, representing a 33% increase in losses from 2023 to 2024."Every number in this... Read More.

Officials warn of scammers after Uvalde tragedy

(UVALDE, Texas) -- Whenever tragedy strikes, people around the world often seek out ways to help victims as they watch the news unfold on their screens.When 19 children and two teachers were killed in a May 24 school shooting at Robb Elementary in Uvalde, Texas,... Read More.

Scammers posing as law enforcement to extort personal information: FBI

(WASHINGTON) -- Scammers are impersonating law enforcement and government officials, in an effort to extort money and personal information, the FBI warns.Often times, the scammers will “spoof” authentic numbers and credentials “of well-known government and law enforcement agencies," the agency said in an announcement... Read More.