Another Phone Scam Making The Rounds
14.12.12Filed Under: ECI News
A phone scam is targeting local citizens who receive social security or Medicare benefits. One of our seasoned listeners called the 289-NEWS line to let us know that she received a phone call telling her that Medicare wanted to send out new medical cards. They asked for her personal information – including her bank account number. She was immediately suspicious and did not give them any information. If you receive a phone call like this, do not give the caller any information and call local law enforcement to file a report.
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