WARNING: Fake automated call masquerading as Amazon credit card fraud protection

VANDERBURGH CO, IND (WEHT) – The Vanderburgh County Sheriff’s Office is warning of a new phone scam.

This time, the scam involves a fake automated phone call from Amazon claiming that your Amazon card is being used fraudulently.

When you press 1, the police say you are connected to a live person who will try to retrieve your personal information.

Report any phone scams you may receive to it Federal Trade Commission

Forward fake Amazon emails to [email protected]

(This story was originally published on February 20, 2021)