{"id":6703,"date":"2011-08-26T17:56:58","date_gmt":"2011-08-26T21:56:58","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.beliefnet.com\/watchwomanonthewall\/?p=6703"},"modified":"2011-08-26T17:56:58","modified_gmt":"2011-08-26T21:56:58","slug":"fbi-issues-hurricane-email-scam-warning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.beliefnet.com\/columnists\/watchwomanonthewall\/2011\/08\/fbi-issues-hurricane-email-scam-warning.html","title":{"rendered":"FBI Issues Hurricane Email Scam Warning"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Irene Situation Page\u00a0<\/span><\/a>
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8-26-2011\u00a0Obtained from The Federal Bureau of Investigation<\/strong><\/p>\n

New E-Scams & Warnings<\/strong><\/p>\n

In light of Hurricane Irene, the public is reminded to beware of fraudulent emails and websites purporting to conduct charitable relief efforts. To learn more about avoiding online fraud, please see “Tips on Avoiding Fraudulent Charitable Contribution Schemes”<\/strong><\/p>\n

Tips On Avoiding Fraudulent Charitable Contribution Schemes<\/strong><\/p>\n

Recently several natural disasters, including tornadoes, floods, and earthquakes, have devastated lives and property. In the wake of these events that have caused emotional distress and great monetary loss to numerous victims, individuals across the nation often feel a desire to help these victims, frequently through monetary donations.<\/strong><\/p>\n

These disasters prompt individuals with criminal intent to solicit contributions purportedly for a charitable organization or a good cause. Therefore, before making a donation of any kind, consumers should adhere to certain guidelines, to include the following:<\/strong><\/p>\n

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