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theorcasonian.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational piece highlights that seniors on Orcas Island face elevated risks from scams, identity theft, and elder abuse, with organizations like Orcas Senior Center and San Juan County Senior Services working to address these vulnerabilities. The article emphasizes that isolation and lack of mental health services contribute to senior vulnerability, noting one example of a community member losing $11,000 to a scam. The piece promotes local support programs including Hearts and Hands (in-home visits) and Buddy Check-In (phone outreach) to combat isolation and provide companionship for vulnerable elders.
cbsnews.com
· 2025-12-08
A 76-year-old Concord retiree lost over $190,000 in a tech support scam that began in March when a caller impersonated an Xfinity cybersecurity official, claiming his computer was hacked and crypto account fraudulently opened. The scammer escalated the scheme by posing as an FTC agent, threatening a wire fraud investigation and instructing Frilich to deposit his life savings into a "secure wallet" while monitoring him via computer camera and sending couriers to collect cash. This case exemplifies the broader elder fraud crisis, with Americans 60 and older losing over $3.4 billion to such scams in 2023, with
www3.erie.gov
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, elder fraud complaints rose 14% with 101,000 victims collectively losing $3.4 billion, according to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center. The article identifies eight common senior scams—including grandparent, medical device, IRS imposter, and sweepstakes scams—and provides prevention tips such as never sharing personal information over the phone, blocking robocalls, keeping software updated, and verifying caller identity before responding. Seniors should be particularly cautious of unsolicited calls, suspicious emails with attachments, and fraudsters impersonating government agencies.
forwardtimes.com
· 2025-12-08
In 2023, senior citizens reported $3.4 billion in fraud losses, a 14 percent increase from 2022, with losses continuing to rise in 2024 at $1.6 billion through May alone. The article highlights a specific case in Houston where a man was indicted for defrauding a 92-year-old dementia patient out of his home by falsely claiming property tax obligations and repair needs, then coercing him to sign over his deed. Experts emphasize that reporting fraud promptly and seeking help from legal services are critical, as scammers actively target vulnerable elderly individuals, particularly in the African American community.
wrrv.com
· 2025-12-08
A father-daughter duo from Ulster County, New York—Frank Whittaker and Christine Ellsworth—were arrested for stealing over $250,000 from a 92-year-old elderly woman between 2021 and the time of their arrest. After gaining the victim's trust through help with household tasks, Whittaker obtained Power of Attorney and used it to drain the woman's accounts through checks and illegal bank transfers, spending the stolen money on vehicles, jewelry, restaurants, and casinos. Both face charges of Grand Larceny in the Second Degree, with potential sentences of up to 15 years if convicted.
kttn.com
· 2025-12-08
Austin James, a 27-year-old contractor from Missouri, was sentenced to five years of probation, 90 days of house arrest, and ordered to repay $94,606 after pleading guilty to identity theft in connection with the financial exploitation of an 80-year-old St. Louis woman. James received eight checks totaling $94,606 between January and July 2021 for home renovation work he did not complete, as part of a larger scheme led by unlicensed contractor Gino Rives that defrauded the victim of over $550,000 in total. Bank employees' concerns about the high volume of checks prompted an investigation that revealed the
benningtonbanner.com
· 2025-12-08
In May 2022, Nicholas Melanson, 42, of New Hampshire, was sentenced to six months in prison for transporting stolen checks and exploiting an elderly Vermont woman by repeatedly driving her to banks to make withdrawals totaling approximately $392,000 over nine days. Melanson received $4,500 in payments for his role in the scheme and had hoped to earn $10,000 monthly; he was arrested at one of the victim's banks and ordered to pay $1,500 in restitution.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Edward L. Stief, Jr., a 41-year-old from Effingham County, Illinois, was federally charged with wire fraud, mail fraud, and related crimes for defrauding an elderly victim of over $330,000. Stief exploited his position as the victim's appointed Financial and Healthcare Power of Attorney by moving the elderly individual into his care, gaining access to bank accounts, and persuading him to cash out life insurance policies, with most funds deposited into Stief's personal accounts. The case highlights the vulnerability of seniors to financial exploitation and resulted in federal charges carrying potential sentences of up to 20 years imprisonment.
coindesk.com
· 2025-12-08
This article is not about elder fraud, scams targeting seniors, or elder abuse. It covers business developments in the cryptocurrency industry, specifically Bitso's partnership with Coincover for digital asset security services, along with unrelated crypto industry funding news. While the article mentions that Latin American crypto exchanges face hacking and fraud risks (with $900 million lost to crypto hacks and fraud in a recent year), it does not describe any specific scams affecting elderly individuals or provide elder fraud prevention guidance.
auckland.scoop.co.nz
· 2025-12-08
Scammers impersonating police officers have been targeting vulnerable, elderly New Zealanders via landline calls, claiming victims are fraud victims and directing them to withdraw cash to be handed over as "evidence." Since June 2024, New Zealand Police have made multiple arrests including a 26-year-old UK national who was convicted of defrauding 21 Auckland victims of over $330,000 across 27 fraud charges. Police emphasize that legitimate officers will never request banking details, PINs, passwords, or money over the phone, and recommend contacting 105 to verify any officer's identity.
fortune.com
· 2025-12-08
This article is not relevant to the Elderus database. It is a business/HR feature about Synchrony's employee benefits strategy and workplace listening practices, with no connection to elder fraud, scams, elder abuse, or financial exploitation of older adults.
tribuneonlineng.com
· 2025-12-08
**Type:** Educational/Expert Interview
Anuoluwapo Ojomo, a financial services compliance expert, identifies key warning signs of elder financial exploitation including unusual account withdrawals, unpaid bills despite available funds, and sudden changes in financial decision-making, emphasizing that perpetrators range from family members to financial advisors. She notes that elder financial exploitation affects 5-10% of older people globally, with higher vulnerability among those experiencing cognitive decline, isolation, or recent loss, and stresses that prevention requires family monitoring, financial institution training, legal protections, and swift reporting to authorities when exploitation is suspected.
9and10news.com
· 2025-12-08
Two men, Jayesh Panchal and Vijaya Shetty, were sentenced to federal prison (78 and 63 months respectively) for their roles in an international tech support scam that defrauded over 40 elderly victims of more than $11 million across multiple states, including a West Michigan victim who lost $398,000. The scam involved fake pop-up warnings and impersonation of tech companies and federal agents to convince seniors to withdraw cash, wire money, or purchase gift cards under false pretenses. Panchal and Shetty were ordered to pay millions in restitution and were among the defendants who traveled throughout the U.S. to collect fraud proceeds from
wilx.com
· 2025-12-08
Jayesh Panchal and Vijaya Shetty were sentenced to 78 and 63 months in prison respectively for their roles in an international fraud conspiracy that stole over $11 million from senior citizens across multiple states. The scheme used fake virus warnings and fake tech support calls to trick elderly victims into withdrawing cash or transferring funds through various methods, with Panchal and Shetty traveling throughout the U.S. to collect proceeds and launder money on behalf of conspiracy leaders based in India. Panchal was ordered to pay $7.93 million in restitution to 40 victims, while Shetty was ordered to pay $596,800.
marketech-apac.com
· 2025-12-08
StarHub and Singapore's Police Force launched a public education campaign featuring a Scam Masterclass Series to help residents recognize and prevent cyber threats. The campaign exposes common scam tactics including impersonation, job fraud, authority scams, and advanced AI voice-changer technology, offering practical tools to combat increasingly sophisticated schemes. The educational content is available across StarHub's website, retail stores, and multiple social media and television channels to reach a broad audience.
bangaloremirror.indiatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Senior citizens in Bengaluru are increasingly targeted by cybercriminals exploiting their lack of digital awareness, with recent cases involving losses of ₹2.5 lakh, ₹7.8 lakh, and ₹1.52 crore through impersonation scams (telecom officials, police, utility workers) and courier fraud. Experts identify key vulnerabilities including seniors' inability to distinguish legitimate websites and apps, confusion between delivery and banking OTPs, and susceptibility to alarming bank-related messages. Addressing this requires improved digital literacy education, faster police response systems, and better coordination between banks and law enforcement, though current cybercrime resolution rates remain
patch.com
· 2025-12-08
The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office issued a warning about rising online scams targeting elderly residents following multiple incidents in El Grenada, California. One victim lost thousands of dollars after receiving a fake computer hack notification and being convinced to purchase gift cards that couriers collected from their home, while another elderly victim reported a similar scam attempt asking for a large bank withdrawal that they refused. Authorities advise residents never to allow remote computer access to strangers and to hang up and contact law enforcement if asked to withdraw money or purchase gift cards.
justice.gov
· 2025-12-08
Two men were sentenced to federal prison for their roles in an international fraud conspiracy that stole over $11 million from elderly victims across multiple states, with one West Michigan victim losing $398,000. Jayesh Panchal received 78 months and was ordered to pay $7,930,287 in restitution, while Vijaya Shetty received 63 months and was ordered to pay $596,800 in restitution. The scam used fake tech support pop-up warnings and impersonation of Microsoft, Apple, and federal agents to convince seniors to withdraw cash, make wire transfers, or purchase gift cards, claiming their accounts were compromised or they were involved in
golaurens.com
· 2025-12-08
The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs released an updated version of "Ditch the Pitch," an educational guide designed to help consumers identify and avoid scams, with particular focus on protecting elderly residents. The guide will be distributed to over 9,000 seniors through the Department on Aging's home-delivered meal program, addressing common scams, prevention strategies, and steps to take if personal information is compromised. This partnership reflects growing concern about fraud targeting older adults, whose victimization rates are at all-time highs.
lincolnparishjournal.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational piece by law enforcement examines modern phone-based scams targeting Americans, highlighting how technology has enabled criminals to defraud victims without in-person contact. The article details six prevalent scams: impersonation of law enforcement demanding payment for fines, fake charity solicitations, fraudulent debt collectors, fake prize offers, and IRS impersonation schemes—emphasizing that government agencies never demand immediate payment via phone, gift cards, or wire transfers, and advising victims to hang up and verify claims directly with legitimate organizations.
fox61.com
· 2025-12-08
A Brooklyn man, Mavani Coleman, was sentenced to three months in prison for his role in a check fraud and identity theft scheme that defrauded a retired New Haven woman of $479,569 between 2018 and his arrest in 2023. Coleman worked with accomplices including Gregory Ivy, who stole blank checks from the victim's home and forged her signature, while Coleman deposited the checks into various accounts and used her banking information to conduct unauthorized electronic transfers. Coleman was ordered to pay $248,423 in restitution and must report to prison in October 2024, with co-conspirators awaiting sentencing.
forbes.com
· 2025-12-08
A Pennsylvania woman nearly fell victim to a romance scam involving a fake foreign inheritance scheme, where an online acquaintance convinced her to front money for supposed legal fees and escrow to unlock a British estate. Red flags included fake legal documents with spelling errors, an implausible timeline, and a fabricated London law firm address, which legal experts confirmed were fraudulent. The article highlights how elder fraud is increasingly difficult to recover due to modern money transfer methods and cryptocurrency, and emphasizes the importance of verifying credentials and seeking professional legal advice before sending money in estate-related matters.
morningsentinel.com
· 2025-12-08
A 41-year-old former Salem man, Edward L. Stief, Jr., was indicted on federal charges of wire fraud, mail fraud, and monetary transaction in criminally derived property for defrauding an elderly victim of over $330,000. Stief gained the victim's trust by becoming his financial and healthcare power of attorney in May 2023, then persuaded him to leave a nursing home and move into his care, during which he accessed the victim's bank accounts, convinced him to cash out life insurance policies, and deposited most of the funds into his own accounts. If convicted, Stief faces up to 20 years in prison for the fraud charges.
shorenewsnetwork.com
· 2025-12-08
Two New York residents were sentenced to federal prison for orchestrating a large-scale tech support scam that defrauded elderly victims of over $11 million across multiple states. Jayesh J. Panchal (78 months) and Vijaya C. Shetty (63 months) worked with India-based scammers who used fake computer virus warnings to trick seniors into sending money via wire transfers, gift cards, and in-person meetings; one Michigan victim alone lost $398,000 after being deceived into believing she was protecting her accounts with federal agents. Both defendants were ordered to pay substantial restitution to their victims.
mirror.co.uk
· 2025-12-08
This educational article by consumer rights expert Martyn James outlines the growing landscape of fraud in 2024, explaining why scammers are increasingly successful through digital innovation, mass messaging, and sophisticated social engineering tactics. The article cites that 252,626 people lost nearly £341 million to "push payment" fraud in the UK, with some victims losing life savings exceeding £100,000, though £1.2 billion in fraud was prevented last year. James provides practical advice for fraud victims, including immediately contacting their bank via the official number or the 159 stop scams line, and emphasizes the importance of identifying the type of fraud to determine the appropriate response.
whmi.com
· 2025-12-08
Livingston County Catholic Charities is hosting educational workshops for seniors and veterans, including a Scam Education and Awareness Workshop on August 21st in Hartland that will teach attendees about current scams, prevention strategies, and steps to take if victimized. Additional events scheduled for September include a workshop on combating loneliness and isolation for seniors and veterans on September 11th, and a charity softball game on September 14th.
mocoshow.com
· 2025-12-08
Montgomery County authorities charged five suspects in a gold bar scam that defrauded residents of nearly $3 million since January 2023, with investigators estimating close to 20 victims who lost their life savings. In this scam, fraudsters impersonate federal government officials or cybersecurity experts to pressure victims into converting money to gold, which is then stolen. Authorities advise residents not to answer unknown calls or click pop-up ads, to slow down and verify requests, and to remember that the federal government never requests large withdrawals or unusual transactions like gold or gift card purchases.
m.economictimes.com
· 2025-12-08
**UPI Collect Money Fraud**
In this educational piece on UPI (Unified Payments Interface) fraud, scammers exploit the ease of duplicating UPI IDs—which are typically phone numbers with provider extensions—to send fraudulent autopay and collect money requests to victims. Users may inadvertently approve these requests thinking they are legitimate service subscriptions (such as Netflix or Google Pay), resulting in unauthorized payments from their accounts to the fraudster's account. Senior citizens are identified as particularly vulnerable to this scam and are advised to verify UPI addresses with service providers, avoid direct bank-account linkage to their UPI ID, use wallets with limited balances, an
forbes.com
· 2025-12-08
Elder fraud caused over $3.4 billion in losses in 2023, representing an 11% increase from the previous year, with scammers increasingly employing long-term relationship-building tactics rather than quick-payoff schemes to target seniors aged 60 and older. The article also covers related financial crimes including IRS enforcement of Employee Retention Credit abuse, a Florida man's guilty plea for evading $2.4 million in taxes through trust misdirection, and recommendations to improve IRS services for international taxpayers regarding unreported foreign gifts.
wsfa.com
· 2025-12-08
Montgomery, Alabama leaders held a free educational workshop for senior citizens to address the growing fraud problem affecting older adults, with 200 fraud cases filed in Alabama that year. Guest speakers including Montgomery County Probate Judge JC Love and other leaders discussed common scams and protective programs like the React Program, which alerts seniors to fraudulent activity related to their property. The workshop highlighted that seniors are particularly vulnerable to fraud due to technology gaps, isolation, and misplaced trust, and provided resources including the Alabama Department of Senior Services and AARP's scam-tracking map.
newslj.com
· 2025-12-08
This article provides multiple scam alerts and protective measures: residents received fraudulent PayPal invoices via email impersonation, unrealistic job offers via text promising $1,000+ daily pay for minimal work, and a fake donation request to a nonprofit seeking wire transfer details for a $7,000 "donation." A massive data breach exposed 2.7 billion individuals' Social Security numbers and personal information, with experts recommending credit freezes with major bureaus, strong passwords, two-factor authentication, and vigilance against phishing exploitation of the breach.
concordmonitor.com
· 2025-12-08
New Hampshire's Consumer Protection hotline, staffed entirely by unpaid volunteers since 1992, helps residents report fraud and resolve consumer disputes. The article highlights four long-serving volunteers who field calls about scams, faulty purchases, and business problems, noting that crypto scams have become increasingly prevalent—with victims often transferring tens of thousands of dollars after being deceived by impersonators claiming to be from the IRS, PayPal, or Microsoft.
etnownews.com
· 2025-12-08
Scammers exploit UPI's AutoPay feature by sending fraudulent collect money or autopay requests to users whose UPI IDs they obtain, tricking victims into approving payments for services like Netflix subscriptions that they don't actually use. Since UPI IDs are derived from phone numbers that are widely shared, fraudsters can easily generate fake IDs and send deceptive requests that appear legitimate, causing unsuspecting users to transfer money directly to criminals. Users are advised to carefully verify all payment requests and distinguish between genuine transactions and fraudulent ones before approval.
theadvocate.com.au
· 2025-12-08
In the 2023/24 financial year, Tasmania Police recorded 163 victims of investment scams, with combined losses totaling $7.92 million and an average loss of $48,500 per victim. Older people are particularly targeted through unsolicited phone calls, text messages, and emails offering high-return, low-risk investments, with scammers using fake websites and persistent pressure to extract funds, often followed by recovery scams. Police advise verifying caller identity independently, conducting due diligence on companies, and consulting friends and family before investing, warning that victims are unlikely to recover lost funds.
levittownnow.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational alert from Bucks County Department of Consumer Protection outlines evolving scam tactics targeting seniors, including sweepstakes scams, check fraud, and voice deepfake manipulation schemes where fraudsters use prolonged phone calls to generate fake voice recordings for unauthorized account access. The advisory recommends protecting yourself by not answering unknown numbers, avoiding contest entries, mailing checks only from post offices, using credit cards for payments instead, monitoring accounts for suspicious activity, and immediately reporting fraud to financial institutions.
sunlive.co.nz
· 2025-12-08
Scammers have been impersonating police officers in phone calls to landline users, claiming victims are fraud victims and instructing them to withdraw cash to be picked up using a code word. Older community members are being specifically targeted; since June, police have made arrests in Auckland and Wellington, with one 26-year-old UK national convicted of defrauding 21 Auckland victims of over $330,000 across 27 fraud charges. Police warn that legitimate officers never request money, banking details, or PINs over the phone, and advise victims to hang up and verify caller details by calling 105.
cpr.org
· 2025-12-08
Real estate scammers are fraudulently selling properties they do not own, targeting owners with out-of-state addresses and free-and-clear titles. Sasha Henderson of Parker nearly fell victim to such a scam when she and her husband attempted to purchase 10 acres in Elbert County, but the title company detected suspicious emails and contacted the actual owner out of state, preventing the fraudulent sale from closing. Real estate professionals advise that buyers should always obtain title insurance regardless of whether they are paying cash, and should be cautious of remote transactions, as title companies are better equipped to identify fraud than third-party monitoring services.
info.gov.hk
· 2025-12-08
From January to June 2024, Hong Kong Police recorded 19,897 scam cases resulting in $4.48 billion in losses, a 66.5% increase from the prior year, with "Impersonating Customer Service" scams being particularly prevalent and causing $379 million in losses. Mainland students in Hong Kong face heightened vulnerability to "Pretend Officials" scams, especially during September and October, with 481 cases reported in the first half of 2024. Police, the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, and the banking sector launched an "Anti-Scam Month" campaign featuring educational initiatives, including a "Survival Guide" for Mainland students an
azag.gov
· 2025-12-08
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued a warning about cryptocurrency scams targeting vulnerable individuals, particularly senior citizens, which exploit victims' unfamiliarity with digital currencies. Common scams include investment schemes promising high returns with zero risk, impersonation scams claiming account fraud or legal issues that can only be resolved via cryptocurrency transfer, and blackmail scams threatening to release compromising information unless paid in Bitcoin. The Attorney General advises Arizonans to verify caller information independently, remain skeptical of unsolicited requests, recognize that legitimate businesses never demand cryptocurrency payment, protect personal information, consult trusted family members before financial decisions, and report suspicious activity to law enforcement or the Arizona Attorney General's Office.
countryherald.com
· 2025-12-08
Two New York men were sentenced to federal prison for orchestrating a multi-state tech support scam that defrauded elderly victims of over $11 million. Jayesh Panchal (78 months) and Vijaya Shetty (63 months) convinced seniors their bank accounts were compromised, then coerced them to withdraw cash and hand it over to fake federal agents; one Michigan victim alone lost $398,000. Both defendants were ordered to pay substantial restitution and the case underscores the widespread threat of elder fraud targeting vulnerable seniors.
wlos.com
· 2025-12-08
This educational resource compiles key contacts and services for preventing and reporting elder fraud, including the National Elder Fraud Hotline (1-833-FRAUD-11), HELPS Non-Profit Law Firm (855-435-7787), AARP Fraud Watch Network (877-908-3360), and local Buncombe County resources. The guide emphasizes the importance of staying informed through watchdog alerts and utilizing community support services to protect elderly individuals from scams and fraud.
wvua23.com
· 2025-12-08
Terrance Alonzo Pruitt, 47, from Bessemer, Alabama was charged with wire fraud for an elder fraud scheme in which he fraudulently obtained Power of Attorney over an elderly victim without consent and became a joint account holder on their bank accounts between September and December 2023. Pruitt altered payable-on-death beneficiaries and transferred over $500,000 from the victim's accounts to his own personal accounts. He faces a maximum penalty of 20 years in prison.
deadline.com
· 2025-12-08
Apple is launching an 11-part podcast series called Scamtown, featuring stories about various scams including telemarketing fraud targeting senior citizens, heists, and other criminal schemes told by the creators and those who experienced them. The show, produced by the directors of HBO's McMillion$ and Apple's The Big Conn, premieres August 26 and may be adapted into a docuseries.
thestar.com.my
· 2025-12-08
Malaysian celebrities, including singer Siti Nurhaliza, cooking influencer Khairul Aming, and former shuttler Lee Chong Wei, have raised alarm about AI-generated deepfake content that misuses their images and voices to promote financial schemes and fraudulent products. The scammers particularly target elderly social media users, using replicated audio and video to deceive victims into purchasing items or investing in schemes. The celebrities and Malaysia's Communications Minister are urging the public to verify online content and calling for social media platforms to label AI-generated material and implement stricter accountability measures.
prunderground.com
· 2025-12-08
Traverse Bay Farms partnered with financial expert Andy LaPointe to promote senior fraud prevention through his book "Senior Savvy: A Comprehensive Guide to Avoiding Scams." The guide educates seniors on recognizing and protecting themselves from various scams including door-to-door, telephone, phishing, social media, romance, and cryptocurrency schemes, while providing actionable strategies for internet safety, password management, and scam reporting.
seehafernews.com
· 2025-12-08
The Manitowoc County Public Safety Committee is hosting an educational event titled "Common Scams and Frauds Targeting Seniors" in partnership with Wisconsin DATCP on August 22nd, with sessions at two locations (Manitowoc County Office Complex at 11 a.m. and Kiel Community Center at 5 p.m.). The free presentations aim to educate seniors about rising scam threats in the community and provide preventative measures, with local police available to answer questions.
kvoa.com
· 2025-12-08
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes issued an alert about cryptocurrency scams targeting consumers through investment schemes, impersonation fraud, and blackmail extortion. Scammers use phone calls, emails, social media, and dating apps to pose as investment managers, government officials, or love interests to trick victims into buying and transferring cryptocurrency. The Attorney General recommends verifying caller information independently, remaining skeptical of unsolicited requests for cryptocurrency payments, never sharing personal information with unknown callers, consulting trusted individuals before major financial decisions, and reporting suspicious activity to law enforcement.
transylvaniatimes.com
· 2025-12-08
Marlene Cronin of Brevard received a phishing email claiming she owed a $7.65 toll road charge with a $765 penalty, which she correctly identified as a scam after calling the unresponsive phone number. The article details the broader elder fraud crisis affecting seniors nationwide, noting that Brevard County's population is over one-third seniors and that scammers employ increasingly sophisticated tactics including emotional manipulation, AI-generated voices, fake emails, and impersonation of government agencies. According to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center, cybercrime losses reached $12.4 billion in the prior year, with seniors particularly vulnerable due to social isolation, significant savings,
njspotlightnews.org
· 2025-12-08
The FBI reported that scammers stole approximately $3.4 billion from seniors in 2023, with the actual figure likely higher due to underreporting caused by victim embarrassment and uncertainty. Common scams targeting older adults include mail fraud, online scams, and identity theft, often leveraging fear of missing out and appearing legitimate. To protect themselves, seniors should verify the legitimacy of unsolicited communications by contacting companies directly through official websites rather than using contact information provided in suspicious emails or calls.
states.aarp.org
· 2025-12-08
AARP New York is hosting a free educational webinar on September 18 featuring FTC consumer protection attorney Adam Hersh to help older adults identify common scams, prevent fraud, and report incidents. The session will cover tactics used by fraudsters targeting seniors and provide resources from the AARP Fraud Watch Network, including guidance on protecting personal and financial information.