The HSI unit is working to disrupt and break apart fraudulent criminal networks through such methods as blocking websites used to promote scam products.
Some are asking for information that should be closely held and never revealed to anyone over the phone. Things like social security numbers and bank account data.
The scams include websites selling fake products, fake cures, and fabricated emails, texts and social media posts used to steal money and personal information.
The MSP Marshall Post says Friday that the attempted ruse began when an elderly woman from Branch County was contacted by someone claiming to be her grandson.
We've all seen the endless litany of television commercials during open enrollment season for Medicare coverage. As with everything else in our society, there seem to be more crooks than ever before.