HARRISBURG — Attorney General Michelle Henry issued a warning to Pennsylvanians about common scams that typically ramp up during the holiday season.
“It is that special time of year — for an increase in the frequency of scams we see taking place all year long, so it is vital that Pennsylvanians remain on guard,” Attorney General Henry said. “Take some time to learn what these scams look like in order to protect your property, finances, identity and other personal information.”
The Office of Attorney General is advising of these common scams:
Henry reminded Pennsylvanians to consider the following preventative tactics:
Anyone who believes they may have been scammed should file a police report, and file a complaint with the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General by visiting https://www.attorneygeneral.gov/submit-a-complaint/, by emailing scams@attorneygeneral.gov, or by calling 1-800-441-2555.