🟢Lottery Scam

Lottery Scam

A Lottery Scam occurs when someone is led to believe they have won a large sum of money in a lottery or sweepstakes they did not enter. The scammer contacts the victim, usually by email, phone, or social media, claiming they've won but must pay a fee or provide personal information to claim the prize.

Signs of a Lottery Scam:

• Notification of winning a lottery you don't remember entering.

• Requests for payment before receiving the prize.

• Requests for personal or financial information.

• High-pressure tactics or urgency to act quickly.

• Poor grammar or spelling in the correspondence.

How to Protect Yourself:

• Be Skeptical: If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

• Verify: Research the actual lottery or organization mentioned.

• Never Pay To Receive a Prize: Legitimate lotteries do not ask winners to pay fees upfront.

• Protect Your Information: Do not share personal or financial details.

• Report Scams: Report any suspected scam to the proper authorities.