Anyone can fall for a scam call. Here’s what to know about common phone fraud tactics and how to avoid becoming a victim.
TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Technical support scams can happen to anyone, but according to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department (PCSD), about 60% of the victims are elderly. PCSD recently helped a ...
1. Tech Support Scam: This is the most common scam targeting older adults. Fraudsters pose as IT specialists from well-known companies like Microsoft or Apple, often using pop-up alerts, emails or ...
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Savvy senior: Top senior scams and how to avoid them

"My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most ...
Dear Savvy Senior: My adult kids keep warning me about scams, but it’s hard to know which calls and messages are dangerous. What scams are most commonly aimed at seniors right now? — Almost 80 Dear ...
Older adults continue to be frequent targets for scammers, who often attempt to exploit trust, financial stability, and ...
If you’re planning to shop online this season, you’ll have a lot of company. A recent survey from McAfee found that nearly everyone in the U.S. will do at least some of their holiday shopping on the ...
Credit card scams are getting more sophisticated with the use of artificial intelligence, but the way to protect yourself ...
Dear Almost, Your kids’ concerns are well-founded. Financial fraud is a massive and rapidly growing problem for older ...