Elder Fraud
The mission of the FBI is to protect the American people and uphold the Constitution of the United States. This mission includes our efforts to combat financial crimes targeting seniors. The FBI, in alignment with the Department of Justice Elder Fraud Initiative and the efforts of our internal and external partners, is committed to this mission. It is from this commitment to the American people that the FBI provides the public an avenue to report fraud through the IC3.
The IC3 receives and tracks thousands of complaints daily, reported by victims of fraud. Any person aged 60 or older could be considered a victim of Elder Fraud. IC3 reporting is key to identifying, investigating, and holding those responsible accountable for their actions.
Each year, millions of elderly Americans fall victim to some type of financial fraud or internet scheme.
If you, or someone you know, is a victim of a fraud or scam, file a complaint with the IC3.
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External Links and Information
- FBI Elder Fraud
- FBI Victim Service Division Older Adult Financial Exploitation pamphlet
- DOJ Elder Justice Initiative
- Romance Scammer Stole Over $700,000
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DOJ Elder Fraud Hotline
833-FRAUD-11(833-372-8311)
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Perpetrators Use Various Methods to Deceive and Defraud Elderly Victims For Financial Gain
Thu, 19 Sep 2019 -
FBI Warns of a Grandparent Fraud Scheme Using Couriers
Thu, 29 Jul 2021 -
Increase in Tech Support Scams Targeting Older Adults and Directing Victims to Send Cash through Shipping Companies
Tue, 18 Jul 2023 -
"Phantom Hacker" Scams Target Senior Citizens and Result in Victims Losing their Life Savings
Fri, 29 Sep 2023 -
FBI Warns of Scammers Targeting Senior Citizens in Grandparent Scams and Demanding Funds by Wire, Mail, or Couriers
Fri, 17 Nov 2023