Student Tribune
Beware of Recent Scams!
Secret Shopper Scam
A couple of weeks ago we posted an article in the MCC Student Tribune
regarding bank card scams that have been taking place in Monroe County. This
week we have received reports from several students regarding a Secret Shopper
scam. Many of these scams have become pretty elaborate, and this latest one
provides detailed instructions on "becoming a secret shopper." The scam sounds
like a legitimate job offer, and offers the student the opportunity to make
hundreds of dollars per week by becoming a Secret Shopper. Like many of these
scams, it entails you depositing a check into your account (that will later
prove to be fraudulent), and purchasing gift cards. The victim then sends the
scammer the gift card code or photos. By the time the victim finds out the
check was fraudulent, the scammer has the codes to the gift cards and the
victim is often out thousands of dollars. Please do not become a
victim.
If you are approached, or receive an email regarding a similar offer, please
contact Public Safety at 292-2911.
Perez, Tony
Chief of Public Safety
02/14/2020