February 10, 2023 • 2分钟
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If you think you’re a victim of a scam — whether it’s 网络钓鱼vishing, 短信诈骗 or a malware attack — you’re not alone. In 2021, 近850,000 complaints were filed with the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3), the central hub for reporting cybercrime in the US. Here’s what to do if you’ve been a victim of fraud.
If you notice suspicious activity on your Patelco account and think it’s fraud, contact us right away. ”
If you notice suspicious activity on your Patelco account and think it’s fraud, contact us right away. We can help you verify whether fraud has occurred, and take the next necessary actions.
To ensure you have the latest security features:
Call Patelco immediately at 800.358.8228, send a secure message through Patelco Online™ or visit 当地分支机构. If you’ve noticed a fraudulent charge on your debit or credit card, you can dispute the transaction.
Next, you’ll want to report the crime to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center at www.ic3.政府. 的y’ll route the information to federal, state, local or international law enforcement as needed.
的 Federal Trade Commission (FTC) also shares consumer complaints and online scams with law enforcement and can tell you what steps to take next. To report fraud to the FTC, visit reportfraud.联邦贸易委员会.政府.
Cover your bases by contacting your local police department. 的 State of California also recommends notifying your region’s High Technology Crimes Task Force or the State Attorney General’s eCrime单位.
考虑一个 信贷冻结 if you shared personal information. 开始吧, contact the top three major credit reporting agencies: Equifax, 益百利 and TransUnion. All offer 信贷冻结 services.
If you or someone you care for is a victim of 老人欺诈, contact Adult Protective Services. Find them in your area with the Eldercare Locator, a 政府ernment-sponsored national resource. Visit their website 或拨打800.677.1116.
If you are a victim of a texting scam, report it to:
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