In recognition of Grandparents Day, Attorney General Mike DeWine is reminding Ohioans to watch out for the grandparent scam, a costly telephone ploy in which con artists pose as grandchildren in need. Thus far in 2014, the Ohio Attorney General’s Office has received 22 complaints involving grandparent scams. Most of those consumers report losing money, […]
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Invoice Scam Targeting Ohio Schools
September 8, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has warned that schools throughout Ohio are reporting phony invoices sent to their schools. “Schools are saying they’re receiving invoices for books they never ordered,” Attorney General DeWine said. “We want Ohioans to be aware of this potential scam, so that no Ohio school districts end up paying for something […]
Ohio AG Issues Warning of Asphalt Paving Scams
September 2, 2014 by
As warm temperatures continue into late summer, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is warning consumers to beware of driveway paving scams and untrustworthy home improvement contractors. “There are many home improvement contractors who do great work,” Attorney General DeWine said. “Unfortunately, there are some who don’t. To protect themselves from potential scams, consumers should check […]
Officials Warn of Government Imposter Scams
August 11, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine and Hamilton County Prosecutor Joseph T. Deters warned that scam artists are posing as government and law enforcement officials demanding that consumers pay money immediately. In Hamilton County, a consumer recently reported that her debit card was charged nearly $400 in the scam. “Scam artists often pretend to represent the […]
Ohioans Report Rash of “Spoofed” Phone Calls
August 5, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has warned that since last week, more than 30 consumers across Ohio have reported receiving “spoofed” phone calls, or calls that appear to come from the consumer’s own phone number or from a number very similar to their own. “Altering the number that appears on a consumer’s caller ID is […]
Ohio AG Says to Beware of Military Scams
July 17, 2014 by
In recognition of Military Consumer Protection Day (July 16), Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is encouraging active-duty military members, veterans, and other Ohioans to beware of military-related scams. “Those who serve our country deserve not only our sincere thanks and appreciation but also our help avoiding scams and solving consumer problems,” Attorney General DeWine said. […]
Ohioans Warned Against Storm-Chasing Contractors Following Severe Weather
June 25, 2014 by
Following the storms that affected parts of the state, Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is reminding consumers to research any contractors who offer to repair their homes. “The summer months are a peak time for home improvement, and it’s important to be especially cautious after a storm,” Attorney General DeWine said. “Following severe weather, fly-by-night […]
Warnings Issued about Two Scams Circulating in Marion
June 20, 2014 by
The Marion Police Department and the Marion County Sheriff’s Office are both warning residents and business about two scams that have been brought to their attention. The Marion Police Department said they are investigating a possible fraud targeting the fire victims from the arson that destroyed three homes on West Columbia Street earlier this week. […]
Consumers Losing Money to Online Puppy Scams
June 16, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine is warning consumers to be skeptical of too-good-to-be-true offers for puppies or other pets for sale online. In the last two years, the Ohio Attorney General’s Office has received more than 25 complaints from consumers who said they paid for a dog, cat, or other pet they found online but […]
Ohioans Targeted by Tax Scams
June 4, 2014 by
Ohio Attorney General Mike DeWine has warned that Ohioans are being targeted by tax scams, even though tax season has ended. Since April 15 (the 2014 tax-filing deadline), the Ohio Attorney General’s Office has received more than 50 reports of tax-related scams from consumers across the state. Most consumers do not report losing money, but […]
