School safety used to mean obeying the crossing guard, but in the digital age, scammers have graduated to high-tech tricks. Kayla Palmore with the Better Business Bureau’s Tip-Off to the Rip-Off® on WBBM Newsradio has the details.
Identity theft and fake “grandkid in trouble” calls have cost students and adults millions in recent years.
Back-to-school photos can also give scammers clues. Pictures of kids, school names, grade levels, uniforms, and activities may help fraudsters build profiles, open fake accounts, or target families with convincing messages.
Always keep first and last names, school names, and identifying details private.
Share special photos directly with family by text or email instead of posting them publicly.
For more information, go to BBB.org/ChicagoBuzz or WBBMNewsradio.com.
