It may look like a surprise holiday gift on our porch, but law enforcement in Northern Virginia is warning it could be a scam. The “brushing scam” begins when a person receives an unexpected package in the mail disguised as a gift, said Ashley Savage, a spokesperson for the Arlington County Police Department. “It doesn’t have identifying information on it, so when they open it up, there’s a QR code inside, and the individual is encouraged to sca…

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‘Anyone receiving such a message should ignore and delete it and never click on a link or QR code’

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Police warn of increased phishing scams for the holidays

During this often busy, chaotic and stressful time of year, even vigilant people might fall for a scam they would normally see right through. Law enforcement and finance professionals are encouraging people to keep an eye out for common scams…

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Brushing, phishings scams ramp up with the holidays

The Montgomery County Office of Consumer Protection is warning residents about an increase in package delivery scams involving fake text messages that appear to…

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The Faulkner County Sheriff’s Office is warning residents to beware of a “brushing” scam that has been circulating in several communities around the country recently.

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FCSO warns of 'brushing' scam

The Geneseo Police Department is issuing a warning about a scam known as “brushing.” Residents may receive unsolicited packages containing items like phone accessories or household goods. These are not gestures of goodwill but are instead tricks used by scammers to create fake online sales and reviews in your name. If you find an unexpected package at your door, do not scan any QR codes it may contain, as these could lead to phishing sites. Imme…

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December 19, 2024 Sandra Kinney #  Idaho Sheriffs’ Association Issues new Warnings Surrounding Holiday Scams (Idaho State) The Idaho Sheriffs’ Association has issued yet another warning for the public to keep an eye out for scams this holiday season. Many  Idaho residents have reported a new “brushing scam”. A “brushing” scam is when someone receives an unexpected gift or item not ordered in the mail from a place like Amazon or another company. …

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Idaho Sheriffs’ Association Issues new Warnings Surrounding Holiday Scams

We’ve all received a text or an email that seemed a little fishy, whether it came from a suspicious name or a supposed company. There are fraudsters out there who try to trick you into sharing your personal information with them. To keep your business safe, learn how to recognize what’s legitimate and what’s phishing. Some scammers will send a link they want you to click that is most likely a fake website that looks somewhat legitimate. The link…

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