Scam

A West Michigan woman lost $4,000 after trying to buy a Gloster canary online. Now she’s sharing her story and expert tips to help others avoid pet scams.

Michigan veterans are being targeted by fraudulent postcards promising benefits. AG Dana Nessel warns against calling numbers on the mailers and urges verification through official veteran resources.

Scammers are targeting West Michigan veterans with fake VA postcards promising benefits. Learn how to spot these scams and protect your personal info.

The Kent County Sheriff's Office reports that a shocking 75% of fraud investigations now involve scammers using Crypto ATMs and digital currency like Bitcoin.

QR code scams are rising in Michigan as holiday shopping begins. Learn how fake codes, altered links and phishing tricks target shoppers and how to stay safe.

Michigan drivers beware of a rising gas pump crime known as “sliders.” Find out how they work and what you can do to avoid becoming a target.

A new Uber scam is tricking riders into sharing verification codes that let scammers steal accounts and payment info.

Michigan just launched @MIConsumerWatch, a social media account offering scam alerts, tips, and resources to help residents protect their money and personal info.

Michigan sellers are being scammed with realistic prop money in Facebook Marketplace and other online sales. Attorney General Dana Nessel urges caution, safe meetups, and verifying cash before completing deals.

The BBB warns Michigan residents about a new phishing scam where callers claim you have an unclaimed "relief check" due to the government shutdown.

A new email scam is targeting residents of Lowell, with scammers impersonating a city official and requesting application approval fees for permits and rezoning requests.

Michigan’s BBB warns scammers are preying on workers seeking side hustles, from fake jobs to reshipping scams. Here’s how to protect yourself.