Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton is warning residents to be on high alert for scams related to flood relief efforts in the Hill Country.
In a consumer alert issued this week, Paxton said fraudsters are attempting to take advantage of Texans’ generosity by setting up fake donation campaigns and offering bogus repair services.
One GoFundMe campaign has already been flagged by Paxton’s office. The organizer has been ordered to preserve all records and halt fundraising until an investigation is complete.
Paxton urged donors to give only to verified nonprofits and to avoid wiring money or sharing sensitive information like bank account or Social Security numbers.
He also reminded the public that price gouging during a disaster is illegal and that his office will aggressively prosecute any fraudulent activity. Texans who suspect scams are encouraged to report them to the Attorney General’s Consumer Protection Division at 1-800-621-0508 or online at texasattorneygeneral.gov.
Paxton praised the outpouring of support for flood victims but called scammers “morally bankrupt” for trying to profit from tragedy. He encouraged residents to double-check organizations using trusted sites like CharityWatch, GuideStar, or the Better Business Bureau before donating.
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