Learn how to protect yourself from scammers in CCSO's Scamtember Safety Campaign
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Don't allow scammers to rake in your personal information, making you vulnerable to financial loss.
The Citrus County Sheriff's Office has developed a fall-themed safety campaign, Scamtember, that will run during September 11 - 22, 2023, using educational videos and social media posts to inform citizens about the latest and most common scams that are circulating and teach you how to protect your personal information
Unfortunately, scams are becoming more prevalent and increasingly difficult to identify, due to scammers finding new ways to take your personal information and money. You should always keep a watchful eye out for potential scams. Common scams to watch out for could be presented by way of a phone call, text message, or a scammer walking up to your door,
Topics the CCSO will cover during this Scamtember campaign will include:
Job Scams
Text and Email Scams
Card Skimmers
Gift Card Scams
Door to Door Scams
Change Your Password Scams
Student Loan Scams
Sweepstakes Scams
How the CCSO Investigates Scams
"Protecting citizens from any potential threats is a top priority at CCSO," said Citrus County Sheriff Mike Prendergast. "With Scamtember, we are aiming to keep our citizens informed. with tips on how to protect themselves from this malicious activity. We are urging our citizens to stay vigilant and up-to-date on these ever-evolving scams. Taking simple precautions can play a vital role in protecting your personal information. If you ever believe you are the victim of a scam or receive any potential threats, please call our office at (352) 249-2790."