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Seniors Most Vulnerable to Fraud and Financial Crimes

Report serious incidences to local law enforcement and file complaints with your state's Attorney General's Office.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - The stories are heartbreaking. Grandmothers and grandfathers who are abused, neglected and financially exploited.

Sunday is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day.

Salem Police Offer Advice on Disaster Donations

This detective says that whenever major disasters happen the scammers come out and try to make a profit on those willing to help.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Recently, there have been a number of natural disasters throughout the world, including the earthquake in China and the cyclone in Myanmar.

When these disasters happen, the good people of the world attempt to help the unfortunate victims of these events by donating time, money and goods. Unfortunately, criminals attempt to make another group of victims… the good Samaritans that are willing to donate to relief agencies.