Authorities Warn of Rise in Senior Scams Across Baxter County

Local officials are urging residents, especially seniors, to be on high alert as scam activity increases across the region. The warning follows a rise in reports of fraud attempts involving fake billing, phony tech support, impersonation of family members, and spoofed caller ID.
KTLO, Classic Hits and the Boot News spoke with CID Lieutenant, Mike Day, who describes the severity of the scams and some of the ways they try to do it.

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Local banks and law enforcement say no legitimate agency will ever ask someone to lie, act urgently, or send money through untraceable means like cryptocurrency ATMs or by mail.

One of the most reported schemes in Baxter County involves the “grandparent scam,” where someone pretending to be a relative in trouble pleads for emergency funds and urges secrecy.

Day went on to explain what to do if someone thinks they are being scammed.

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Scammers are also using pop-up computer alerts and spoofed phone numbers to appear as if they’re from a bank or government agency. Residents are advised not to trust caller ID and to call back using verified contact information.

If something feels suspicious, pause and call someone you trust-or contact your bank directly.

For more information visit https://mtnhomepolice.com/senior-scam-survival-guide/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=senior-scam-survival-guide.

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