Scam Alert: Bank Fraud on the Rise in Green Cove Springs

The law enforcement team from Green Cove Springs is presently looking into a financial deception scheme where individuals impersonate banking officials to obtain private details.

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Fraudsters reach out to unaware individuals, frequently possessing certain personal information that gives their phone calls an air of authenticity.

After earning the victim's confidence, they request personal details, which they then utilize to produce counterfeit credit cards and siphon money directly from the victim's banking account.

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Law enforcement officials have observed comparable fraudulent activities taking place in nearby regions, suggesting a more extensive problem than what is isolated to Green Cove Springs.

Citizens are advised to disconnect right away if they get an unusual call and reach out to their bank through the verified telephone number listed on their site or on the reverse side of their banking card.

Individuals who believe they may be the target of an issue are advised to notify local officials.

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