One common feature of a scam is the criminal often takes advantage of a situation that involves a heightened state of distress, panic or anxiety. In March, Interpol announced it had arrested 121 criminals in 90 countries over scams related to COVID-19. To prevent yourself or your business from falling victim, educate yourself on these four common scams and how to avoid them. It can be difficult, but not impossible, to spot such scams because legitimate and fraudulent charities often ask for donations using the same methods. To avoid such scams, do your homework on any charity you plan to donate to.

Source: Forbes May 06, 2020 11:26 UTC