Category: Scam Alert

Flood Scams Update

Flood Scams Update

  As promised, Shred360 continues to bring you the latest news on current flood scams, known scammers, and what you need to continue to do to protect yourself following the recent flooding throughout South Carolina. If you, or anyone you know, has been impacted by the recent flooding, you MUST read and share this information […]

First the Floods…Then the Scammers…

First the Floods…Then the Scammers…

When tornados, floods, hurricanes and other natural disasters hit, the scammers are usually quick to follow. Waiting to target people when they’re most vulnerable, these con artists take advantage of people’s helplessness, trust, and generosity. Now that the worst case scenario has come true throughout much of South Carolina, make sure you’re on the lookout […]

‘Tis the Season…for SCAMS!

‘Tis the Season…for SCAMS!

The holidays are a great time to think of others and to make charitable contributions to worthy causes and organizations. After the hustle and bustle of shopping on Black Friday and Cyber Monday, we now even have Giving Tuesday, which kicks off the holiday season of giving by encouraging us to remember to donate and […]

Scam Alert from The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs: Healthcare Scams on the Rise

Scam Alert: Healthcare Scams on the Rise Columbia, SC… The South Carolina Department of Consumer Affairs (SCDCA) is urging consumers to beware of the latest Medicare telephone scams where fraudsters are attempting to separate consumers from their sensitive personal information. With the Affordable Care Act making headlines all over the country, scammers have found the […]