"We're urging consumers and families to be aware of scam artists that may be taking advantage of the news about the federal stimulus package," said Consumer Protection Commissioner Seagull. "Remember, the government will never charge you in order for you to receive a check. If you receive an email, call, or text asking you for personal information or money in exchange for your stimulus check, it's a scam."
Attorney General Tong and Commissioner Seagull are urging residents to look out for suspicious emails, text messages or mail that ask residents to claim their potential government stimulus check and ask for personal information.
Residents should follow these tips to prevent falling victim to a scam artist:
- The federal government will not ask you to pay money upfront to receive a stimulus check. No fees. No charges.
- The federal government will never call to ask for your Social Security number, bank account or credit card number. Anyone who asks for this personal identifying information is a scammer.
- No matter how the payment is disbursed, only a scammer will ask you to pay to receive it.
If you receive a suspicious phone call, email or text message, contact the Office of the Attorney General at 860-808-5000 or attorney.general@ct.gov, or contact the Department of Consumer Protection at dcp.complaints@ct.gov.