Sedona AZ (December 9, 2016) – Over the past 24-48 hours, the Coconino County Sheriff’s Office has received multiple reports of fraudulent activities which are being investigated. Do not fall victim to these or other fraudulent schemes! Be aware that scammers often use fear and bullying tactics to coerce their victims, so fear not! Contact local law enforcement immediately to help stop these... 

Sedona AZ (November 9, 2014) – Veterans Day is a time to honor those who have served our country. Unfortunately, it has also become a time to build awareness about scammers who take advantage of veterans and active duty military personnel. Better Business Bureau (BBB) wants to make sure those who serve do not become victims of fraud and encourages them to stay informed about the latest schemes... 

Sedona AZ (September 26, 2014) – The Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning schools and school districts across the country about possible fake invoices for educational supplies. In the past weeks, there has been a rush of complaints filed with BBB against Scholastic School Supply, which claim either a Nevada or New Jersey address that are only mail drops. BBB Serving Southern Nevada received... 

Sedona AZ (August 28, 2014) – Since January 1, 2014, the state of Arizona Coconino County Sheriff’s Office and Flagstaff Police Department responded to over 200 citizen reports involving fraudulent requests for money or personal information. Unfortunately, there are likely many more citizens who may have been or will be the target of scams. All too often, these illegitimate phone calls draw... 

Sedona AZ (March 31, 2014) – by Colleen Tressler, Consumer Education Specialist for the Federal Trade Commission: What do you say to a group of thieves that steal more than $20 million from tens of thousands of older consumers? The FTC says, “Gotcha!” The FTC filed a lawsuit in federal court to stop a multi-million dollar cross-border telemarketing operation led by Ari Tietolman. The FTC... 

Sedona AZ (May 1, 2013) – A woman in Yavapai County has been scammed out of $3000.00 recently. Are you next? Before we start, let me ask you a few questions to see if you may be the next target. How active are you on the various social networks? Do you have a profile on Facebook, do you place ads on Craigslist, and do you Twitter? If the answer is yes, you may be placing yourself at risk. Did... 

Sedona AZ (December 10, 2012) – The Federal Trade Commission Bureau of Consumer Protection Division and Business Education issued the following alert to Americans that may be targeted by telemarketing fraud schemes. Legitimate sweepstakes NEVER require that the winners send money to claim prizes. NEVER provide any personal information such as Social Security numbers, credit card numbers, or...