The Better Business Bureau has learned that people living in Morgan County, Colorado, are receiving calls and emails purportedly from Wells Fargo with requests to verify debit card account information – even though they don’t bank with the financial institution.
This is a phishing scam. Wells Fargo is not calling anyone in Morgan County or any other county. If you or someone you know receives such a request, do not open attachments, click on links or respond to the email. And if it’s a phone call, hang up. Forward suspicious emails to reportphish@wellsfargo.com and report them to your local police.
If you receive a phishing email or phone call, the BBB advises that you keep an eye on your financial accounts and report any suspicious activity immediately.
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Luanne Kadlub, BBB media relations manager, 970-488-2044 lkadlub@wynco.bbb.org