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AI-Powered Investment Scams Surge on Social Media Platforms

April 7, 2026April 7, 2026 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvanians are being urged to closely scrutinize investment ads on social media as state officials warn that increasingly sophisticated scams are draining victims’ bank accounts through fake …

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Lawmakers Warn Pennsylvanians of Surge in Transportation Scam Messages

July 31, 2025July 30, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — Pennsylvania lawmakers are sounding the alarm over a wave of scam emails and text messages impersonating state transportation agencies, including PennDOT, the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission, and E-ZPass. The …

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Protect Yourself Now: Scammers Target Drivers with Fake DMV Texts

June 5, 2025June 5, 2025 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General has issued a warning to consumers regarding a new scam impersonating the Pennsylvania Department of Motor Vehicles (PennDOT). The scheme involves …

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Scam Alert! SNAP Recipients Targeted in Shocking Text Scheme – Protect Your Benefits Now!

November 17, 2024November 17, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — The Pennsylvania Department of Human Services (DHS) has issued a warning to residents about a recent text message scam targeting recipients of the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). …

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Scam Alert
Pennsylvania

AARP Pennsylvania Warns of Rising Utility Scams Amid Summer Heat

July 6, 2024July 5, 2024 - by Maryann Pugh

HARRISBURG, PA — As summer temperatures climb, so do utility bills, creating fertile ground for scammers targeting older adults. AARP Pennsylvania has issued a warning about an increase in utility …

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