Get information to fight back against fraudsters during free AARP Fraud Watch Network “Protect Yourself from Cyber Scams” seminars in Hilo and Kona.
Will Bales, supervising special agent for the FBI-Honolulu’s Cyber Division, will give tips on how to avoid cyber scams and the role the FBI plays in protecting Americans. AARP Hawaii speakers will profile common online scams such as the romance scam, cyber blackmail and scams targeting veterans.
The seminars are free. Attendees don’t have to be AARP members to attend. Registration is requested.
Details and registration information:
• 9:30-11:30 a.m. Tuesday, May 21, at The Arc of Hilo. Register online at https://aarp.cvent.com/cyber5-21 or call 1-877-926-8300 or 1-877-926-8300 toll free.
• 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, May 21, at Humpy’s Big Island Ale House in Kailua-Kona. Register online at https://aarp.cvent.com/kona5-21 or call 1-877-926-8300 toll free.
“Today, being able to navigate the online world is a big part of how we live,” said AARP Hawaii state director Barbara Kim. “But it is important to know how to do it safely so that we can protect our personal data and our money.”
People also are encouraged to sign up with AARP’s Fraud Watch Network to get tips and other information to stop fraud before it happens.
Call the Fraud Watch Network at 1-877-908-3360 if you suspect a scam. You also can sign up for free Watchdog Alerts to see what scams are happening in your area by visiting http://aarp.org/FraudWatchNetwork.