South San Francisco, CA September 19, 2022 Submitted by Better Business Bureaus This get-rich-quick scam moves to TikToK Money-flipping cons have long been popular on Instagram and Twitter. But as TikTok’s popularity grows, so do the con artists. Watch out…
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BBB Warns Airfare scams are Cashing in on Cancelled Flights
South San Francisco, CA July 29, 2022 Press Release Editor’s note: Many of our neighbors are enjoying the freedom to once again travel far and wide, however, the delays and cancellations of many flights continues to cause frustration. Be sure…
The Holidays Are Here, And So Are Toy Scams – Alert from BBB
South San Francisco, CA November 5, 2021 Submitted by Better Business Bureaus Every year, there’s always a few “must-have” toys on most kids’ holiday wish lists. The toy sells out fast and becomes expensive and hard to find. On top…
SSFPD Warn: ***SCAMS SCAMS SCAMS***DON’T BECOME A VICTIM!!!!
South San Francisco, CA September 23, 2020 Submitted by SSFPD In recent days the South San Francisco Police Department has conducted investigations into reported “scams” where the victims were defrauded of more than a combined total of $65,000.00 dollars. …
Federal Trade Commission Warns COVID-19 scams targeting college students
South San Francisco, CA May 28, 2020 Hat tip to Sheri Boles for share from FTC May 27, 2020 by Ari Lazarus Consumer Education Specialist, FTC Hey college students: even though you’re likely far from campus, scammers are still trying…
SSFPD Media Release: Beware of Rental Scams
South San Francisco, CA June 11, 2019 Submitted by SSFPD The South San Francisco Police Department recently investigated a rental scam on the 300 block of Valencia Drive. The victims responded to a “cloned” online ad which listed a real…
FTC Social Security Scams are Growing: Hear what they sound like
South San Francisco, CA December 27, 2018 Submitted by Sheri Boles, City of South San Francisco This is what a Social Security scam sounds like December 27, 2018 by Jennifer Leach, Acting Associate Director, Division of Consumer and Business Education,…
The Employment Scams South City Residents Need To Know About
South San Francisco, CA June 25, 2018 by Contribution from Chrissy Francis, Financial Advisor Employment scams are on the rise as imposters are advertising fake job adverts in a bid to get hold of your personal information. Imposter scams…
Phone scams targeting Cal Water customers
South San Francisco, CA May 10, 2018 Submitted by CWS Posted on May 10, 2018 Please be aware that scammers are targeting utility customers with both live and automated phone calls demanding immediate payment to avoid disconnection for non-payment of…