East Columbus Gateway

Protect Yourself Against Identity Theft

Oct 21, 2002

Don?’t throw out credit card statements, bills, insurance papers, or bank statements in the trash without shredding them.
When making a credit card purchase, ask for credit card carbons if carbon forms are used.
Never give out personal or financial information over the phone or to anyone who calls you to solicit a purchase or donation. If you are interested in making a purchase check with the Better Business Bureau to verify the organization is legitimate.
Be aware of anyone calling to ?“confirm?” personal or financial information. Criminals try to obtain facts under the guise of ?“confirmation?”.
Thoroughly review your credit card statements, bank statements, utility bills, and insurance bills and statements of any unusual activity, purchase, or charges. Immediately contact the company