Scammers spoof Maryland’s EBT number as new benefit cards arrive

As Maryland sends out more secure EBT cards to families receiving food and cash assistance, scammers are trying to capitalize on the rollout.

A viewer who does not have an EBT card and never applied for benefits received a suspicious robocall and shared the voicemail with WMAR-2 News’ Mallory Sofastaii.

“This is a call from the Maryland Electronic Benefits Transfer. Congratulations! You’ve been selected for new benefits on your Maryland EBT card,” the automated message said…

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