Indiana Attorney General outreach representative Janice McHenry urged Hoosiers to slow down, verify unsolicited contacts and closely monitor bank and credit card statements, saying scammers often rely on urgency, curiosity and small test charges to slip past victims. She also highlighted the state’s consumer complaint system and unclaimed property program during the local presentation.
Hoosiers should be wary of pressure tactics, suspicious links and even small unexplained charges on bank or credit card statements, Indiana Attorney General outreach representative Janice McHenry told the Frankfort Rotary Club during a recent program on scams and fraud.
The presentation focused on practical steps residents can take to avoid becoming victims of identity theft, phone scams, fake charities and contractor fraud. McHenry said one of the most important habits is carefully reviewing financial statements, because scammers may first test whether an account is active with a very small purchase. “Always watch your credit card statements carefully,” McHenry said. “If you see a discrepancy, contact your credit card immediately.”
Complaint process and consumer role…