Perguntas Frequentes
Sobre Grandparent Scam
1 What is Grandparent Scam?
Impersonating grandchildren in fake emergencies.
2 How does Grandparent Scam work?
Caller pretends to be grandchild in trouble - arrested, in hospital, stranded Begs for money and asks you not to tell parents (theyd be so disappointed) Sends courier to pick up cash or requests wire transfer immediately
3 How can I protect myself from Grandparent Scam?
Establish family code word Call grandchild back directly Verify the situation with other family Never wire money urgently
4 What should I do if I'm a victim of Grandparent Scam?
If you've been targeted by Grandparent Scam, stop all communication with the scammer immediately. Document all evidence including messages, transactions, and contact information. Report to local police and file a complaint with the FTC at ftc.gov/complaint. Contact your bank if any financial information was compromised.
5 How do I report Grandparent Scam?
Report Grandparent Scam to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at ftc.gov/complaint, your local police department, and any platforms where the scam occurred. For internet-based scams, also report to the FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) at ic3.gov.