Larimer County officials urge residents to slow down, verify requests, and report suspicious activity
Northern Colorado residents are being urged to stay alert as scammers continue to target people of all ages, with losses nationwide topping an estimated $190 billion in 2025, according to the Federal Trade Commission. Local officials say many of the same fraud schemes seen last year are continuing into 2026, often driven by urgency, fear, or emotional manipulation.
The January Scambusters update from the Larimer County Sheriff’s Office highlights a wide range of scams affecting investors, students, working adults, and seniors. Only a small percentage of scams are ever reported, often because victims feel embarrassed or believe nothing will come of it, yet reporting is one of the most effective ways to stop repeat offenders and organized fraud rings…