#Hawaii Scams
Scam Calls Disguised as Police Phone Numbers
‘Spoofing’ occurs when people make it appear as if their phone calls are coming from a different number.
New COVID-19 Contact Tracer Scam Identified
Red flags that the caller might be an impersonator include asking for your Social Security Number, bank information, or a form of payment.
Scammers Stealing More Than Economic Impact Payments
Other scams purport to sell large quantities of medical supplies through the creation of fake shops, websites, social media accounts and email addresses where the criminal fails to deliver promised supplies after receiving funds.
Some Stimulus Payments Sent As Debit Cards
Some callers reported they did not realize the card was from the government and thought it was junk mail or a scam card because they did not ask for it.
DLIR Warns Public of Unemployment Scams
The Department of Labor and Industrial Relations (DLIR) announced Wednesday that attempts may be made by criminals to file imposter claims in order to receive unemployment benefits.
Unemployment Fraud on Rise During COVID-19 Pandemic
Reports of unemployment fraud have risen sharply as identity thieves look to cash in on COVID-19.
Public Warned of Sheriff Impersonator Scam
The FBI recently put out a warning to the public about an increase in similar online extortion scams during the current stay-at-home orders due to the COVID-19 crisis.
Utility Scam Spike Expected Over Holidays
Scammers are targeting customers who rely on vital services such as electricity, water, gas and telecommunications.
HPD Warns of Telephone ‘Spoofing’ Scam
The Hawaiʻi Police Department (HPD) issued a release on Tuesday, Sept. 10, 2019, warning island residents of a new scam.
BBB Warns of Hurricane Dorian Scams
Better Business Bureau (BBB) Hawai‘i is warning of scammers who may try to capitalize on the destruction left by Hurricane Dorian.
Avoid Smart Device Voice-Activated Scam
Don’t ask your smart device to look up a phone number because it may accidentally point you to a scam.
HPD Warning Public About Calls Soliciting Funds
The Hawai‘i Police Department wants to warn the public of a scam involving an anonymous caller soliciting funds for the department.
Mayor’s Office Warning Public About Sweepstakes Scam
The County of Hawai‘i Mayor’s Office is alerting the public to a scam involving solicitations of money to win a bogus sweepstakes.