Scammers are calling people and telling them they are an employee at their bank and then asking for private financial information.
Everett police posted a warning about a phone scam going around, on their Facebook Wednesday.
Financial crime detectives have said they are getting an increase in reports from people who have fallen victim to another phone scam.The fake employee asks for their personal information and multi-factor authentication codes to “help” them over the phone. “Victims have lost thousands of dollars falling for this scam, please be aware and don’t let you or your family members be next!!” police said.
Police also advised that if someone receives an unexpected call from their “bank,” to hang up and call them back using a verified bank phone number. Do not call the number provided by the caller to verify whether or not there is a problem with your account.
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