Tax rebate scams.

[Walleye Express]

COX WARNS CONSUMERS ABOUT TAX REBATE SCAMS

Attorney General Mike Cox issued a new alert as part of his continued effort to protect consumers from identity theft. Scam artists are actively trying to take advantage of Michigan citizens who are applying for the 2008 tax rebate. Identity thieves, posing as IRS employees, have already begun calling and emailing consumers about their tax rebates. They are asking people to provide their Social Security numbers, bank account information, and other personal information claiming that this is needed to process rebate checks.

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[DIRTY DOG]

thanks for the heads up

[Priority1]

TY Dan. It seems that there is a never ending supply of slugs, that prey on the unwary.