We received report today from a local member of the public regarding a scammer who tried to sell them 50 percent off their tv/internet service bill for two years. The potential victim was too savvy and checked with the involved company by calling them directly on the local number they obtained independently, not the number provided by the scammer. The company confirmed this was a scam.
Sometimes scammers can impersonate email contacts or phone numbers, called spoofing. Please beware. There are so many scams out there. Many scams try to alarm you or scare you. Others just prey on your situation.
It is a good idea to reach out to your provider for tips on blocking the calls/emails and regarding the spamming.
If you receive a phone call and recognize that the call is a scam, please hang up immediately and report the information to www.ic3.gov
If you are the victim of a scam and have incurred a loss, please call the EPD non-emergency at 541.682.5111.
These cases provide an opportunity for a reminder on how to avoid becoming the victim of fraud. Scams are cyclical in nature. Eugene Police recommend to remain careful and skeptical of callers:
•If someone asks you for your cash, gift cards, credit card numbers, security log-ins, or other personal information (especially if you don’t know them well), the safest move is to refuse their request and check with the police, or find an independent way to contact a legitimate business and follow up rather than responding right away to the caller.
•Don’t give out computer or phone log-ins, personal or financial information to someone who calls you. If you are unsure, hang up and independently find the phone number of the alleged represented agency and call yourself. A law enforcement agency will not ask you for this type of information or request that money be sent by way of money order for any reason.
•Beware of high pressure techniques, such as the need to give information or make a decision on the spot.
•If it sounds quirky or weird, it probably is.
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