Fraud Activity Alert
Integrity FCU has been getting increasing reports of Fraud
Scams in the area.
Below are some tips to follow to avoid being a victim of scams:
- Avoid giving ANY of your personal or account information out, most vendors will not ask for your social security number or date of birth
- Do NOT allow anyone to access to your devices with remote access
- Do NOT open or respond to emails or text messages if you do not know who they are from
- Legitimate vendors WILL NOT ask you to purchase gift cards to be mailed to them for payment
- Be aware if someone appearing to be someone you know asks you for money via social media, call the person directly to ensure that it was really them
- Be aware that fraudster’s love to play on your emotions and are
VERY SKILLED in what they do
- Be aware that fraudsters will try to rush you into decisions by adding an “urgent” element to their requests