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Bob from Harrison, Ohio, recently shared how he was nearly tricked by a scammer posing as a pet owner. The con began with a request for dog sitting. Bob was promised $250 for care and food, but then a ...

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An Uber scam targeting passengers involves alleged drivers on the app calling customers and saying they need to verify accounts in an attempt to steal money. Once a scammer has your phone number, ...

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