UK Hard Hit by Lottery Scams

Posted on December 12th, 2009

A recent report from the UK reveals some astounding figures about lottery scams in Britain. The report states that one in three UK citizens was the target of lottery scammers and an incredible 140,000 people actually fall for the scams each year. It further says that lottery scams cost the public in the UK over [...]



Tips For Avoiding Holiday Lottery Scams

Posted on December 1st, 2009

Despite widespread warnings many people still fall victim to various lottery scams. A recent report from the UK says that despite the wide availability of information available about lottery scams 140,000 people a year in the UK are victimized by lottery scams. Lottery scams are also widespread in the US but yearly figures are not [...]



Don’t Let This Happen to You !

Posted on July 16th, 2009

Don’t Let This Happen to You !

A recent story by the CEO of the Better Business Bureau (BBB) for Southwest Idaho and eastern Oregon tells a startling tale of deceit and gullibility. The story begins with an unnamed woman seeking advice from her local BBB. The woman who is in her mid to late 70’s received a call from a man [...]