Scam Contact Information
What do do if you have become a victim of a scam.
- If you need to close your account and open a new one you will also need to contact all of your creditors to give them updated debit card numbers, and account numbers. You will also need to set up a new online banking account and bill pay account.
- If you have direct deposits, you will need to contact each depositor to update your account numbers. Your Member Services Rep will give you your new account information.
- Contact the Social Security Administration to report identity theft or make changes to your direct deposit. Winchester, VA Branch- 866-331-2320
- Report identity theft to the FTC at 877-438-4338 or www.identitytheft.gov
Report to your 3 credit bureaus
- Equifax 800-685-1111 equifax.com
- Experian 888-EXPERIAN experian.com
- TransUnion 888-909-8872 transunion.com
Report to the FBI any suspicious activity. www.ic3.gov
Protect your identity and computers by using Lifelock.
Visit www.lifelock.com for more information.
Resources for Common Scams:
- Resource: Common Scams from the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau
- Resource: AARP Fraud Watch Network
Other helpful tips to avoid scams and breaches:
- Do not store passwords in your computer. Change your settings to ensure you have to type the passwords in every time.
- Make your passwords long and complicated.
- Install virus protection software from a reputable company. Reach out to an IT tech to get the best advice.
- Avoid using the “remember my computer” function through your websites. This allows you to bypass security questions.
- Check emails closely. Does the email use bad grammar or have misspellings? This could be the sign of a scammer. Visit consumer.ftc.gov to see more about ways to spot a scam email.