Preventing Identity Theft
Date and Time
Tuesday Mar 17, 2026
5:30 PM - 6:30 PM EDT
March 17, 2026
5:30 PM-6:30 PM
Location
Salem Branch/Virtual
20 Hartford Road
Salem, CT 06420
Fees/Admission
Free, please follow the link to register:
Website
Preventing Identity Theft
Description
Identity fraud remains a serious and costly threat. In 2024, Americans reported 1.13 million cases of identity theft (a 9.5% increase from the previous year) and 2.63 million fraud complaints, resulting in more than $12.7?billion in financial losses. A broader study found that Americans lost an estimated $47?billion to identity fraud and scams in 2024, with 18 million people affected by traditional identity theft alone. Join us to:
- Learn how to recognize and guard against identity theft and scams
- Adopt best practices to protect your personal information and finances
- Plan for long-term money management
- Prepare for emergencies and recovery
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