PHILADELPHIA (KYW Newsradio) — A number of scams surrounding COVID-19 vaccines are popping up, prompting a warning from Pennsylvania's Attorney General. One scam is a fake ID that won't get you a drink at the bar, but possibly some time behind bars.
Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro said scam artists have been working overtime throughout the pandemic, from selling fake testing kits to ripping off the unemployment benefits programs, and now — with the vaccine rollout in full effect — selling fake vaccination cards online.
The 3-by-4-inch bogus cards can be found on eBay, Etsy and other popular websites.
The knockoffs generally target people who don't want to get vaccinated but are concerned they'll need a card to travel or attend certain events.
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Shapiro called the buying and selling of these fake vaccination cards a public health risk and warned it could result in criminal charges in Pennsylvania.
Another big problem, according to officials, is that many are posting pictures of their legitimate vaccination cards online, or posing for selfies with them.
It's something officials caution you should never do because it can provide scammers with valuable information on things like your address, date of birth, or medical information.