The Georgetown Police Department in Scott County, Kentucky, reports receiving daily fraud cases from citizens. According to Lt. Mitchell Lair, the head of criminal investigations, these cases range from small-time scams to large investment fraud.

Fraud Protection

Lt. Lair advises citizens to be cautious when dealing with online transactions, especially those that require a fee. He recommends verifying website addresses and using secure meet-up zones for purchases made through platforms like Facebook Marketplace.

The Georgetown Police Department hosts monthly citizen information classes, which cover topics such as fraud and scam protection. The next class is scheduled for June 24.

Original reporting: WTVQ (Lexington) — read the source article.