Report scam mail
Reporting scam mail is an important step in helping to prevent others from falling victim to fraudulent schemes. Here are some steps you can follow to report scam mail:
- Keep the mail: Do not throw away the scam mail. Keeping it can help you provide evidence to authorities and can also help you to identify the scammer's tactics.
- Report to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC): The FTC is a government agency that handles consumer complaints and works to prevent fraud. You can report the scam mail to the FTC online or by calling 1-877-FTC-HELP (1-877-382-4357).
- Report to the United States Postal Inspection Service (USPIS): The USPIS is a law enforcement agency that investigates mail fraud and other crimes related to the mail. You can report the scam mail to the USPIS online or by calling 1-877-876-2455.
- Report to your local authorities: You can also report the scam mail to your local police department or sheriff's office. They may be able to take further action to investigate and prosecute the scammer.
- Forward the mail to the FTC: The FTC has a special address where you can forward scam mail: Federal Trade Commission, Consumer Protection, 600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20580.
- Check with your local post office: Your local post office may have a special procedure for reporting scam mail. They may be able to help you track down the sender and prevent further mailings.
When reporting scam mail, be sure to include as much information as possible, such as:
- The date you received the mail
- The sender's name and address
- A description of the mail and any attachments or inserts
- Any suspicious or threatening language used in the mail
- Any phone numbers or websites mentioned in the mail
By reporting scam mail, you can help to prevent others from falling victim to fraudulent schemes and can also help to bring scammers to justice.