Time is of the essence if you’re a victim of a scam. There are steps you can take and organizations you can contact for support. A few things to remember:
Bad actors move money quickly: Your best defense is to report the details of your crime immediately.
Act as your own advocate: You will likely encounter law enforcement who is not familiar with this type of crime. Be polite but firm. Ask for a financial crimes detective and request that they take a report.
Avoid being revictimized: People and companies that seem legitimate may promise to help you recover your assets, but it’s unlikely you’ll get your money back. Be wary of spending more money to pursue your lost funds.
Resources for Scam Victims
Fraud Victim Resources
Our victim services partners offer trauma-informed and low or no-cost counseling for victims and families.
Scam Survivor Stories
You’re not alone. Meet scam victims like Michele, Roger, and Juanita to learn from their experiences.
From Victim to Survivor: Reclaim Your Power
Being victimized can bring up feelings and emotions of shame and embarrassment. Cathy Wilson, LPS, ACS, has created a video series to help you.
Connect with Operation Shamrock
Our team holds monthly online meetings for scam victims and their families. Contact our team if you’d like to join the meetings or share your experience with a survivor story.
