Web of Deceit:
Internet
Fraud
Internet scams are like old wine in
new bottles. Telemarketing and mail fraud scams are
now coming to you from cyberspace. This DVD tells
the story of a scammer who uses the Internet to
victimize unsuspecting consumers around the world
until he gets caught in his own web of deceit. The
DVD also provides tips on what to watch out for
when you do business on the Internet.
All the King’s Men:
Picking Up the Pieces
Fraud schemes
victimize millions of Americans each year, leaving
many financially devastated. There are laws to
protect victims and services and support available to
them. Remember, being a victim of a crime is nothing
to be ashamed of. And neither is seeking help to
recover from it.
Nowhere to Run:
Cross-Border Fraud
The Internet and
international phone calls make it easy for fraudsters
to work from anywhere in the world. This film
illustrates how U.S. task forces with Canadian law
enforcement partners to stop “long distance” scams.
Long Shot: Foreign
Lottery Scams
It is illegal to play foreign
lotteries in the United States. But another reason not
to play is that you are almost guaranteed to lose.
And once you play, you can count on receiving
more “chances” to play and lose. This DVD tells the
story of a foreign lottery fraud victim and the con
artist behind the scam, it also provides tips on
helping you avoid becoming a victim of this scam.
Work-at-Home
Scams: They Just Don't Pay
Working at
home has become attractive to many stay-at-home
moms, college students, and retirees. While some
jobs are legitimate, others just don't deliver on their
promises. This short film tells the story of a new type
of work-at-home scam and how a young mother gets
caught up in it. It also provides tips on how you can
avoid being duped by criminals and what to do if
you've been victimized.
Identity Crisis:
Protect Your Identity
Identity fraud is the
fastest-growing crime in America. With millions of
victims and losses in the billions of dollars, it
continues to be one of consumers' biggest fears. This
DVD tells the story of a couple whose credit is ruined
and of the criminals who defrauded them. It also
provides tips on how to protect yourself against
identity fraud and what to do if you become a victim.
Delivering Justice:
Dialing for Dollars
Telemarketing fraud costs
Americans millions of dollars each year and when it
comes to phony investment "opportunities," older
Americans are prime targets. This 15-minute DVD
tells the story of such a scam and the lives that are
ruined by criminals. The film provides tips on how to
protect yourself from investment fraud and tells you
what to do if you've been victimized.
Web of Deceit: Internet
Fraud