CHARLOTTE, N.C. – With summer upon us, U.S. Attorney Dena J. King urges consumers to be mindful of vacation, employment, and other summertime schemes, and take measures to avoid falling victims to common summer scams.
“Summer is the time of the year that many of us vacation, travel, and spend time with family and friends. But it’s also a popular time for scammers to maximize their profits by preying on consumers trying to save money on a good summer deal. Stay vigilant and beware of summer scams. Think before you buy and don’t let a scammer turn your summer into a nightmare,” said U.S. Attorney King.
The most common scams to look out for during the summer include:
Free or Discounted Vacation Packages – Whether it’s an email congratulating you for winning a free trip that requires you “only” to pay for fees and taxes, or a link to a website offering limited-time travel discounts, these types of summer scams are prominent. Common vacation scams include discounted deals on cruises, all-inclusive resorts, and flights, hotels and car rentals to popular destinations. Don’t be fooled by vacation scams and avoid the urge to take advantage of these too-good-to-be-true offers. Instead, book your travel through reputable, well-known travel engines or travel agencies. If you receive a special travel offer through email, do not make reservations using the provided link, even if it appears to be from a well-known travel booking website. Instead, go directly to…
