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Mailin’ It! - The Official USPS Podcast
Spotting Imposter Scams
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Imposter scams are on the rise, with fraudsters posing as trusted institutions to steal personal information and money. In this episode of Mailin’ It!, we’re joined by Brian Coleman, program manager for mail fraud at the U.S. Postal Inspection Service, to break down the most common imposter scams, including phishing, smishing, and fake package delivery alerts. Learn how scammers manipulate their victims, the red flags to watch for, and the best ways to protect yourself from becoming a target. Tune in as we explore real cases, new scam tactics, and how the Postal Inspection Service is working to shut them down.