In an effort to bolster community resilience against fraud, especially amongst the elderly, the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office took a proactive step by hosting an event dedicated to raising awareness on the matter. According to an announcement on their social media channels, a recent gathering at the First Baptist Church Dover had Economic Crimes detectives sharing crucial prevention tips with the congregation. A noteworthy detail about this initiative is that it was sparked by a church member who herself was a victim of a scam. With a turn of personal misfortune into community service, she invited the detectives to educate others on how to avoid falling prey to such deceptive practices.
During the event, the detective who handled her case addressed the audience, aligning with the #teamHCSO commitment to “protecting and empowering our community through action and education!” as mentioned in the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Facebook post. This incident underscores not only the vulnerability of the elderly to financial scams but also their capacity to become a force for change and awareness in the face of crime…