Buying gift cards for the holidays? Beware of this scam
A nationwide gift card scam linked to Chinese organized crime involving gangs prompted law enforcement and Homeland Security to take action.
New Holiday Gift Card Scam Every New Yorker Is About to Fall for.
Stay alert, New Yorkers! Learn how scammers are targeting gift cards during the holidays. Protect yourself and your loved ones.
Ohio Department of Commerce Warns Consumers About Holiday Gift Card Scams
Scammers take advantage of this time of year by posing as legitimate businesses or government agencies and pressuring unsuspecting victims to make payments via gift cards. According to recent data from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), Americans lost nearly $217 million to gift card scams last year alone.
Scammers using drain scam to steal money off of gift cards
This is known as a drain scam. It involves criminals going into a store, copying the card number and activation code, then resealing the package. When you load money on the card, it goes to the scammer. "It was only $100, but it could have been $500," Harris said.
How to avoid gift card scams for the holidays
While gift cards are a convenient gift to give this holiday season, they can also be a target for scammers. Law enforcement agencies are warning about a scam called “card draining.” Essentially, a scammer will take the pin and card number off a gift card, and then use the information to siphon the money.
Alabama Residents Warned About Holiday Gift Card Draining Scam
The gift card draining scam relies on a simple yet effective method: tampering with gift cards before they are purchased.
BBB warns holiday shoppers of the 'Gift Card Draining' scam
Gift cards are a popular choice for holiday gift-giving, offering convenience and flexibility. However, they have also become a prime target for scammers, lead
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The New Holiday Gift Card Scam Every New Yorker Is About to Fall For
Stay alert, New Yorkers! Learn how scammers are targeting gift cards during the holidays. Protect yourself and your loved ...