We recently published our quarterly scam update for October 1, 2023, through December 31, 2023.

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FTC announces Impersonation Rule goes into effect today: bit.ly/4adia9B /1

We've received reports that criminals are impersonating SSA OIG agents and are requesting that their targets meet them in person to hand off cash. SSA OIG agents will never pick up money at your door or in any type of exchange. This is a SCAM!

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What’s your passion – Education? Environment? Health? Space? Find out about careers and internships that match your passion with your skillset at the CIGIE’s FREE #career fair on March 28 in Washington #DC !

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One Day. One Place. More than 30 employers. Discover your next great #career or #internship at the Council of the Inspectors General on Integrity and Efficiency’s Career Fair! Bring your ID and resume to this FREE fair on March 28 in
Washington DC!

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#ICYMI : There is still time to register for the CIGIE Career Fair! Your next great career or #internship may be awaiting you—join us on March 28 and find out more! All majors, all interests, and experiences encouraged to attend. Walk-ins welcome!
#Jobseekers

A Honduran national has pled guilty to illegal reentry of a removed alien and illegal use of a #SocialSecurity Number. #Investigations

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A former SSA employee has been indicted and arrested for stealing over $1.8 million in #SocialSecurity funds. Read more: ow.ly/uFIC50QUpwR

A Connecticut man has pleaded guilty to an offense stemming from his role in a scheme to defraud SSA using stolen identities. #SocialSecurity #Investigations

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The United States Senate passed by Unanimous Consent S.Res.584 designating March 7, 2024, National Slam the Scam Day. The bipartisan resolution was introduced to raise awareness of government imposter scams.

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A Massachusetts woman has been sentenced to 6months in prison followed by 3years of supervised release. Silva-Brown was also ordered to pay restitution of $60,810 to the Social Security Administration. #SocialSecurity #Investigations

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A Cincinnati man has been sentenced to 18 months in prison for receiving nearly $21,000 from the Paycheck Protection Program under false pretenses and using the money for personal expenditures. #SocialSecurity #Investigations

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Beware of scammers pretending to be from a government agency such as the #IRS or Social Security. Demands for personal information, credit or debit card numbers over the phone, email or social media are scams. See irs.gov/scams and #SlamTheScam ! #NCPW2024 #TaxSecurity

A former non-profit VP has been sentenced to 3 years in prison for committing wire fraud and identity theft. #SocialSecurity #Investigation

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A1: Here are some common signs of phishing attacks:
▪️ suspicious email addresses
▪️ generic greetings in emails
▪️ fake hyperlinks disguised as another website
▪️ poor spelling
▪️ unusual email attachments

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Thanks for helping us #SlamTheScam today! Remember to protect yourself from scams all year long. Find more #ScamAwareness tips at ssa.gov/scam.

We join Social Security OIG in National #SlamTheScam Day. We investigate fraud schemes that steal money/financial info from customers/banks, incl. falsely impersonating FDIC/officials, email compromise, and cybercrimes. Report tips/leads to the FDIC OIG Hotline: fdicoig.gov/oig-hotline

Thank you for following today’s #SlamTheScamChat !

Want more official government advice? Stay safe and informed outside of #NCPW2024 .

Follow USAGov across social media and visit usa.gov/scams-and-fraud.

A4a: #IRS alerts you to scams aimed at stealing your refund and your identity through fraudulent emails and text messages. Common tactics include offers of fake relief, tax credits or help setting up an IRS online account. More: irs.gov/scams #SlamTheScamChat #NCPW24

A5: Be Smart. Be Aware. Be Careful & don’t fall for #HealthFraud scams! These scams waste money, can delay proper diagnosis & treatment, or can cause serious or fatal injuries. Check our website for the latest #HealthFraud info: fda.gov/consumers/heal… #NCPW2024 #SlamTheScamChat