It s rampant : How scammers have started targeting social media users and what you can do to protect yourself
For the first time since it has been tracked, adults age 18-24 reported the highest median losses ($150) of any age group, according to the Better Business Bureau. Author: Jay Wallis (WFAA) Updated: 1:48 PM CDT April 15, 2021
DALLAS The COVID-19 pandemic has had many side effects, including who and how scammers are targeting individuals.
For the first time since it has been tracked, adults age 18-24 reported the highest median losses ($150) of any age group, the BBB said.
Scams online and through social media apps are now the most common and are riskier than scams by phone for all age groups, according to the BBB.