Con Artist
Con artists are
smart, extremely persuasive, and aggressive. Being coned by a con
artist has nothing to do with your intelligence, it could happen
to anyone. Just beware and follow some of these preventive tips.
Don’t
be taken by investment schemes, funeral scams, home improvement
scams,
discount medicines, etc.
Beware
of the sweepstakes winner announcements, free vacation awards, and
any
other promotions that seem to good to be true.
Be
wary of telephone solicitors trying to sale products over the
phone. If someone
is trying to find out personal information about
you over the telephone hang up.
Never
give personal information such as count numbers, social security
numbers,
credit card number, etc.
Never
let anyone rush you into signing anything such as contracts, sales agreements,
insurance policies, etc. Contact someone
you trust and have them read the
document as well. Contact an attorney to read
documents that you are unsure of or
do not trust.
If
you feel uneasy about a making a decision don’t do it follow your
instinct.
Contact
your local law enforcement or Crime Prevention Officer if you
think that a CON
ARTIST is targeting you…
REMEMBER: If it seems too good to be true it probably is… Follow
your instinct and don’t sign a document until someone else has an
opportunity to read it. Don’ t be rushed into making any deals…
Criminals are
opportunists. They look for opportunities when they think they
won’t be recognized or seen. Let’s not give them that
opportunity. Stay on your watch.
For More
information call the
Pitt County
Sheriff’s Office
Crime
Prevention Unit
252-902-2727 |
