URGENT: New Scam Reported Targeting Senior Citizens

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According to this article from The Hawaii Tribune-Herald, there is a scam circulating that asks individuals for license plates and Social Security numbers.

However, the link provided did not send individuals to the Hawaii DMV. Instead, it provided a place for the scammers to take any sensitive information input.

Unfortunately, scammers have a tendency to target senior citizens who receive Social Security benefits. Experts expect an increase in scams as individuals try to take advantage of the larger benefit payments the 5.9 percent COLA provided.

Don’t let yourself get bamboozled by a scam. Be sure to take the proper precautions, keep all sensitive information safe, and never hesitate to verify information with the Social Security Administration.

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