| Term | Impersonation Scam Reporting |
|---|---|
| Code | FN-1700.1470-322 |
| Definition | Programs that provide a hotline or other mechanisms that people can use to report scams involving impostors. Scammers may pose as government officials claiming a problem with the individual's benefits, status or tax debt that can only be resolved with an immediate infusion of cash; bank officials claiming a problem with the individual's accounts; family members who are purportedly in crisis requiring prompt help; or concoct other stories they believe will persuade the target to trust them with their money. Impersonation con artists can use a variety of methods to make contact including approaches by telephone, text messages, emails and instant messages through social networking sites such as Facebook. |
| Created | 10/18/18 |
| Changed | 10/23/18 |
| Use References |
Family/Friend Impersonation Scam Reporting Family/Friend Impostor Scam Reporting Government Official Impersonation Scam Reporting Government Official Impostor Scam Reporting Grandparent Scam Reporting Impostor Scam Reporting |
| See Also References |
Mortgage Modification Scam Reporting (FN-1700.1470-523) |
| External Classification Terms |
Citizen Crime Reporting (NPC I02.02) Criminal Law Enforcement (UW 6.1.02.05) Law Enforcement (NTE I60) Legal, Consumer and Public Safety Services (AIRS LE-450) Legal/Public Safety (CAN LP-450) |
| Related Concepts |
Financial Services/Benefits |
| Facet | Service |
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| Bibliographic References |
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