The 9 Fastest-Growing Scams Targeting Seniors Right Now
Fraudsters are shifting tactics — and many of the newest schemes arrive by text message or phone call.
Scam Alerts
🚨 Scam Alert: Fake “Memory Cure” Email Uses ABC News Branding to Target Seniors
There's nothing (nada, zilch, zero) called "Memopezil" -- don't take the bait.
Tax Season Scams Are Back — Here’s How Seniors Stay Safe
Texts, emails, and calls about “refunds” are surging again
Need Some Extra Ca$h?
We point out all the gotchas so you know what to address in the future
Common Snowstorm Scams That Target Seniors
Nothing -- NOTHING -- legitimate requires instant payment during an emergency.
The $2 Charge That Isn’t Nothing: Why Seniors Are Seeing More Tiny Fraud Hits Than Ever
Included: the one thing almost every consumer fails to do to protect themselves
When the Country Singer Texts “Darlin’”… It’s Probably a Scam
Why fake country-music stars are sliding into seniors’ DMs
Amazon Issues New Holiday Scam Warning — Here’s Where Seniors Need to Be Careful
Watch your bank account like a hawk.
Black Friday Scams Are Back — And AI Is Making Them Scarier
A call or text from a "family member"? Don't be so sure.
New (and pretty authentic) Netflix scam on the prowl
Once you click, the game is on and the game does not have a pretty ending.
Sheriffs Across the U.S. Warning Seniors About a New Wave of Arrest-Warrant Scams
And the calls are spiking right now — because it’s property-tax season.
Emergency Scam Alert: Police Stop 80-Year-Old Veteran From Losing $58,000 in Bitcoin ATM Scam
Before you do ANYTHING, call your bank
Holiday Scam Season is Here — Seniors on High Alert
With fraud peaking, seniors face a higher risk of ID/shopping scams this holiday season.
Medicare Scammers Are on the Hunt — Here’s How to Stop Them
Calls and emails promising better coverage or refunds spell trouble.
“Grandma, It’s Me!”—The Scary New Deepfake Scam Targeting Seniors
AI voice cloning is making old-fashioned phone scams terrifyingly convincing — and nearly impossible to detect.
“Ohio Maine Coons” Cat Scam Lures Pet Lovers
A new twist on puppy scams is now targeting would-be cat owners