As the holiday shopping season kicks into high gear, financial experts like Marlon Platt from Chase Bank and Sergeant James Fuqua from the Columbus Division of Police issue a stern warning: scammers are on the prowl. They advise shoppers to be extra cautious, verifying orders and sources, and looking out for red flags like impersonated organizations, typos, and suspicious website addresses. Last year, Ohio residents lost over fifty-four million dollars to frauds and scams. Platt recommends daily bank account checks and immediate reporting of suspected scams. Stay vigilant and informed to protect your hard-earned money this holiday season.

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