Prize and Lottery Scams are when…
Prize and Lottery Scams are when an imposter pretends that the victim won a prize or the lottery that seemed too good to be true.
How You Can Adapt From Prize and Lottery Scams:
- Talk and get help from someone else about your situation, you should never go through this alone.
- Do not pay the imposter or provide information. Legitimate lotteries or prizes do not require payment or sensitive details to claim prizes.
- Notify and contact the lottery or prize company about the scam.
- If they have your information, you might risk having your identity stolen.
- File a complaint to the Federal Trade Commission: ReportFraud.ftc.gov
- Retain proof and documentation of the scam in case you need it in the future.