Retailer Fraud Prevention Session

Local Law Enforcement would like to have a short gathering with local retailers to strengthen fraud prevention and business security. Recent scams — including one where scammers impersonated law enforcement to trick employees into purchasing gift cards — have shown the need for awareness and proactive education. The session would give retailers practical tools and knowledge to:

• Learn about current scams, theft trends, and payment fraud schemes affecting local businesses

• Understand safe practices for handling checks

• Review recent cases and lessons learned from fraud incidents in the community

• Gain tips on spotting fake identification when verifying customer age or purchases

The overall goal is to bring retailers together in a supportive, community-focused setting to share prevention strategies, protect businesses, and reduce vulnerability to scams and fraud.