We've given lots of advice on what to do to avoid fraud, but what happens right after it happens? They may also be able to use their own social media accounts to report that you were hacked. Next, look at your state's resources for where to report scams, starting with the Attorney General's Office or Department of Consumer Affairs. You can also report scams to private organizations that monitor cyber crime. Finally, report any website, phone number or social media account belonging to a scammer to the relevant technology companies – search engines, social media companies and cell carriers.

Source: Washington Post December 29, 2023 11:23 UTC