Scam Squad

February 1st, 2020. Montecito Bank and Trust fraud specialist, Doris Roof, warns listeners about emails and texts from fraudsters claiming to be Fed-X or Amazon, asking you to confirm a package delivery. Once you click on the link, they'll ask you for your credit card information. If you're not expecting a package, don't click the link! It's very likely a Smishing scam to get your information and fraudulently charge your card! She also warns consumers on steps to take when a credit or debit card is stolen. And on how crooks insert card readers in debit machines to get your card's pin. Lastly, we're reminded once again, that it's a huge RED FLAG if you're asked to pay for something with a gift card. And lastly, Deputy District Attorney Vicki Johnson shares some good news!!! Sometimes people can get refunds when scammers are caught which is why it's important to report them. If you've been scammed, contact https://www.ftc.gov

Jan 18, 2020. CRAIG'S LIST SCAMS AGAIN & AGAIN. Hear another pmr of millions of Craig's List scams, this time $10,000 Craig's List Scam. When are people ever going to learn to stay away from this sesspool.

December 28th, 2918. The Facebook 2 Scams in 1. Beware of all kinds of scams on Facebook. Crooks and scammers may try to make friends with you through Facebook and run a romance scam and other scams on you.

December 21st, 2019. Beware of the Fake Rental Scam and other scams that are prevalent during the Holiday Season

December 14, 2019. ROBO CALLS, WEIGHT LOSS SCAMS, & MORE. Expert Vicki Johnson updates us on the latest scams in our area.

Scam Expert Vicki Johnson explains the dangers of Gift Card scams around the Holidays. Much, much more money needs to be spent to educated everyone on scams as well as catching these scammers worldwide by every means possible. Write and complain to your government State, federal, and local officials such as your Congressman, Senators, President, Governor, etc. Instead of seriously fighting scams, the US wastes so much money on unnecessary defense spending nearly two trillion dollars a year, thirty times more money than Russia and China combined spend , just to have over a thousand military bases in over 140 countries and territories around the world that make us less safe. as well as giving away hundreds of billions of dollars to crooked and corrupt governments like Ukraine, Israel, Saudi Arabia, Chile, and various crooks and dictators the US supports, instead of spending money on fighting scams. Write your representatives now, for more money to be spent on fighting Scams.

November 30, 2019. `A fraud specialist from Montecito Bank and Trust gives advice on protecting yourself--especially during the holiday season. They discuss the benefits of apps such as Card-Valet and share valuable tips to help you protect your accounts during the Holidays

November 23, 2019. The FAILED TO APPEAR IN COURT SCAM is a new version of the old Jury Duty Scam. A phony police officer calls to tell you that you are in violation for Failure to Appear in Court for a law suit. Listen how to avoid this new kind of scam and what to do if this scam is tried on you.

November 16th, 2019. Fake Products Online. Now that the holidays are here, we need to watch out for thousands of dangerous counterfeit and banned items for sale on the internet, especially from Amazon. Listen to Vicki explain the details so that you will be prepared to safeguard you and your family from buying these dangerous items online.

Nov 9, 2019. The Lottery Scams. Hear how a senior couple got cheated out of $30,000 in a Lottery Scam and what you can do to protect yourself from this scam that's been around for many decaces.