Stay One Step Ahead of the Criminals with Info at AARP’s Free Scam Jam Fraud Awareness Event in Milwaukee
Milwaukee, WI – Scammers steal millions of dollars from Wisconsinites every year, and their tactics are constantly evolving. That’s why it’s more important than ever to arm yourself with the latest information you need to stay vigilant and battle the criminals on their own turf, says AARP Wisconsin, which is hosting a free fraud awareness “Scam Jam” event in Milwaukee on Tuesday, April 21.
“Many of us believe we are too smart or savvy to become the victim of a scam, but these criminals change their tactics all the time in an effort to separate you from your money,” said AARP Wisconsin’s fraud team coordinator Courtney Anclam.
“It’s important to be skeptical of any offer that seems too good to be true. But it’s even more critical to learn what the criminals are up to with the latest scams. That’s what our event is all about, and we invite everyone in the Milwaukee area to come and learn more.”
The Scam Jam will be held from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. on April 21 at the Zoofari Center, 9715 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee. Experts from AARP Wisconsin, law enforcement, state agencies, and partnering organizations will discuss some of the latest scams around Artificial Intelligence, cryptocurrency, imposter fraud, romance scams, and others.
“People will be amazed at all the different tricks that scammers have up their sleeves to gain your trust and access to your information,” Anclam said. “Simple awareness of these tricks is one of the keys to protecting yourself. Our goal is to stop fraud in its tracks before another Green Bay resident becomes a victim.”
The Scam Jam is free, but advance registration is required. Find the event at aarp.org/wi or register by calling 877-926-8300. The Scam Jam is free, and you do not need to be an AARP member to attend.
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of more than 37 million, that helps people turn their goals and dreams into real possibilities, strengthens communities and fights for the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare, employment security, and retirement planning. We advocate for consumers in the marketplace by selecting products and services of high quality and value to carry the AARP name as well as help our members obtain discounts on a wide range of products, travel, and services. A trusted source for lifestyle tips, news, and educational information, AARP produces AARP The Magazine, the world’s largest circulation magazine; AARP Bulletin; www.aarp.org; AARP TV & Radio; AARP Books; and AARP VIVA, a bilingual news source. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to political campaigns or candidates. The AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. AARP has staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Learn more at www.aarp.org.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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