Facebook users there is a new scam that the Better Business Bureau wants you to be aware of. Social media can be a fun place, but also can be dangerous. The Better Business Bureau is warning Facebook users of a scam that is hitting the Tri-States focusing on the Quincy…
BBB warns of Facebook scam that scares users into sharing their passwords | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
CROMWELL, CT (WFSB) – A new phishing scam scares Facebook users into sharing their passwords by threatening them with “Facebook jail.” The Connecticut Better Business Bureau sought to warn users about the scam and offer tips on how to protect their accounts from hackers. The BBB said victims reported receiving…
EDITORIAL: Be careful when back to school shopping | Editorials | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
The Better Business Bureau regularly cautions consumers about scams as they prepare for the beginning of the school year. The BBB offers advice when shopping for books, clothes, school supplies, backpacks or other essentials: — Start your back to school shopping by creating a list. Jot down everything you need…
Better Business Bureau warns about ‘romance scams’ | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
‘Romance scams’ costing potential lovers big bucks Updated: 5:40 PM EST Feb 13, 2023 Online romance scams targeting the vulnerable are costing potential lovers money, especially this time of year.”Where a romance scam differs than others (is there are) lots of conversation, text messaging, maybe phone calls, could even be…
“Bait-and-switch” scams invade local Facebook pages, tug local heart strings | News | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
HANNIBAL – A new Facebook scam seems to be on the rise and lately directed to tugging local heartstrings. Community pages have seen upticks in posts that appear to come from local people who have found lost animals and request help searching for the owner. Other posts have featured pictures…
Columbia woman warns of online pet-selling scammers | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
A Columbia woman is warning others to beware of scammers selling popular pet breeds.One year ago, one of Sally Stunkel’s cats, a Maine Coon, died.”I miss my cat so much,” she said.So, she started looking for a similar cat online. Last month, she came across someone selling that particular breed…
Crooks cashing in on tax season, experts say file your returns early | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
CLEVELAND — It’s hard to believe, but tax season is officially upon us. The IRS will begin processing returns starting the week of January 23rd. Cyber crooks are well aware and looking to cash in big time. Experts are warning criminals are actively looking to steal your most personal information…
BBB warns of Facebook Messenger scams | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
WICHITA FALLS, Texas (KAUZ) – The Better Business Bureau is warning of scammers who are taking advantage people on Facebook. BBB officials said scammers are impersonating Facebook friends and sending messages to users. The scam starts when the scammer allegedly sees your name on a list of people who are…
BBB says Facebook Marketplace scams are on the rise | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
MONROE, La. (KNOE) – The Better Business Bureau of Northeast Louisiana recently received a complaint about scammers on the Facebook Marketplace. Jo-Ann Deal with the BBB says it’s also important to be wary of peer-to-peer payment platforms and research them before using those apps. Deal says to consider it a…
BBB says Facebook Marketplace scams are on the rise | #datingscams | #lovescams | #facebookscams
MONROE, La. (KNOE) – The Better Business Bureau of Northeast Louisiana recently received a complaint about scammers on the Facebook Marketplace. Jo-Ann Deal with the BBB says it’s also important to be wary of peer-to-peer payment platforms and research them before using those apps. Deal says to consider it a…