Monroe County officials are warning residents about a text scam that falsely claims recipients have outstanding traffic violations and demands payment.

More than $9.3 billion was lost nationally due to cryptocurrency scams in 2024, a 66% increase from 2023.

More than $5.6 billion was lost nationally due to cryptocurrency scams last year, a significant increase from 2022 and 2021. According to the FBI, Michiganders lost $79,894,360 in cryptocurrency scams in 2023.

According to the FBI, Michiganders lost $80 million in cryptocurrency scams last year.

According to the FBI, Michiganders lost $80 million in cryptocurrency scams last year.

More than $5.6 billion was lost nationally due to cryptocurrency scams in 2023, a 45% increase from 2022 and more than double the number reported in 2021.

“We want to remind our residents that law enforcement agencies do not request payments over the phone -- especially in the form of bitcoin,”

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning people about a new scam that claims people owe money for unpaid tolls.

A devastating scam is on the rise, and it has quite the name -- pig butchering. It has nothing to do with pigs.

Victims of title theft face a difficult and expensive process in reclaiming their stolen property.

Police will never ask for personal information -- such as social security numbers or banking details -- over the phone.

Scammers are using AI technology to mimic the voice of someone their target knows and create a phone call or voicemail recording.

With advancements in technology, scammers have more ways to prey on potential victims.

I was almost scammed into giving away critical, personal information -- here's what happened.

Doctors from the University of Michigan said there is a strong link between older adults with worse physical or mental health and being more vulnerable to scams.

The Oakland County Sheriff’s Office has issued a warning about scammers targeting people at the Woodward Dream Cruise.

Scammers are hacking into people’s Facebook accounts and posting items for sale as a way to steal money from would-be buyers.

Many people who shop online read the reviews of a product to see if it’s worth buying, but some of those reviews are fake.

A Metro Detroit man sent almost $5,000 to someone selling a boat motor on Facebook Marketplace before he found out it was a scam.

Scammers have created fake TSA websites in an attempt to steal money and personal information from people trying to sign up for TSA PreCheck.

The amount of money lost to job scams was up 250% in the first three months of 2023, according to the Better Business Bureau.

Police are urging community members and students to use caution when looking for housing after a young man was scammed out of $500.

A new elaborate parking scam is already costing some victims big money.

Scammers are using artificial intelligence to clone people’s voices and reach out to their loved ones, faking an emergency situation in an attempt to steal money.

A scam is targeting Michigan small businesses by using a popular event, All Things Detroit.

Scammers are looking to profit from people who believe they’re donating to the “Spartan Strong” fund at Michigan State University.

Scammers have been targeting SNAP recipients with a text message that falsely claims their EBT benefits card is locked.

The Detroit Public Library system fell victim to a wire fraud scam that involved more than $685,000.

If you get an unexpected invoice from PayPal the best thing you can do is report it and ignore it.

T-Mobile announced last week that an unidentified malicious intruder breached its network in late November and stole data on 37 million customers.

The Washtenaw County Sheriff’s Office is warning the community of individuals impersonating law enforcement and demanding money.

The Mega Millions jackpot has hit $1.35 before Friday’s drawing and experts warn scammers are trying to take advantage of the large prize.

You’re going to have to use some caution if you’re trying to score tickets to any major sporting event.

The Michigan Lottery wants people to be aware of scammers who are claiming to be lottery agents or prize winners.

Police are warning residents of St. Clair Shores that someone is calling people and pretending to be the chief of police before demanding personal information.

The people of Florida will need help over the coming days, weeks and possibly months amid significant damage and hazards caused by Hurricane Ian.

Did you receive an unexpected invoice from PayPal? Don’t send the money, it’s a scam.

Bank account takeover fraud is happening all over the country, and high-tech thieves are making their way to your bank account without having possession of your debit cards.

The Wayne County Sheriff’s Office issued a warning about a phone scam that has already cost residents thousands of dollars.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is sounding the alarm about potential scammers targeting people after sweeping student loan debt relief was announced.

More than 18 million people in the last year were scammed using apps, like Zelle or Cash App, to send money virtually.

If you’re in the market for a used car and have been shopping around online, it’s important to know which ads are legitimate, and which are scams.

I’m still stunned by the strange and beautiful turn of coincidences that put me square at the intersection of June Walker and Jerry Gumbert.

Scammers are repeatedly using the same tactics to steal money and personal information from their victims in Michigan.

If you’ve filed for or receive unemployment benefits in Michigan, officials are warning about a phishing scam targeting filers through text messages.

An unusual new email scam is making the rounds using a famous name in hopes of luring new victims. This time it isn’t a Nigerian price, it’s Dan Gilbert and his charitable foundation.

There are many ways to get scammed these days and most of the time senior citizens are getting targeted.

Michigan Department of Treasury wants to alert those with past-due tax debt to beware of letter scams.

Baby formula is in high demand and scammers know it.

High tech thieves are targeting Amazon customers and cashing in.

Here are some tips from the Federal Trade Commission on how to spot scam, spam or phishing text messages on your mobile device.

Scammers are targeting DTE Energy customers who have been impacted by recent cold weather.

Many Metro Detroit residents are receiving calls from people pretending to work for DTE Energy, threatening to shut off services.

Tuesday night, Verizon and T-Mobile customers got a bizarre text and it came from their own numbers.

Here are some of the biggest scams you should be aware of right now.

Michigan drivers with auto insurance are expecting $400 refunds per vehicle.

Michigan drivers with auto insurance are expecting $400 refunds per vehicle.

We're sharing important information about how thieves are trying to trick you as you work to file your taxes right now.

One of the biggest scams Local 4 has seen during the pandemic is pet scams.

A person who claimed to be Eminem tried to scam a local man who was looking for help to care for his injured grandson.

Thieves are making threats about power shutoffs amid a winter storm -- and it’s all in an attempt to reveal a victims personal information.

Each year, tax payers get conned by tax-related schemes meant to steal money and personal information from people.

Local 4′s Hank Winchester went looking for at-home COVID tests and discovered that while they are hard to find in Metro Detroit, it’s not impossible to find them.

Scammers are targeting people who are looking to rent an apartment or home in Metro Detroit.

Scams were on the rise in 2021, but there are ways you can protect yourself.

Puppy scams are on the rise in Michigan.

The FBI and Better Business Bureau (BBB) are issuing warnings about gift card scams this holiday season.

The Michigan Attorney General’s office issued a scam alert about a circulating call that appears to impersonate Wayne County officials.

The holiday season is often busy with shopping, parties and traveling -- all things that can keep you distracted, making you an easier target for scammers.

We’re talking thousands of dollars. Thieves are preying on your emotions.

Cyber Monday is finally here, the biggest online shopping day of 2021. It’s expected there will be $11 billion in sales worldwide today alone with an estimated 188 million shoppers making purchases.

It’s always a good thing to reacquaint ourselves with the issues that can prevent scammers from taking money from us.

The pandemic is making it easier and easier for scammers to take advantage of people, and the hectic holiday season only makes people more vulnerable to scams.

Help Me Hank has warned you about so-called romantic rip-offs in the past. Unfortunately, scammers are still working to break hearts and steal money from unsuspecting victims.

The holiday shopping season is already underway and that means scammers are also making their moves.

Reports of identity theft in the U.S. doubled last year, and the problem isn’t going away anytime soon.

Scammers are targeting thousands in Metro Detroit who dealt with storm-related problems over the summer.

A Downriver man’s checking account was completely wiped out after a phone call with who he thought was a representative of his credit union.

College students are getting scammed at an alarming rate in Michigan and across the United States.

It’s easier than ever to digitally send and receive money right from your smartphone -- the trouble is, scammers know this, too.

Many companies use QR codes to lead consumers to their apps, help them track packages or view menus.

People collecting unemployment may be at risk of having their identity stolen.

The founder and one-time executive chair of Nikola Corp. was freed on $100 million bail Thursday after pleading not guilty to charges alleging he lied about the electric and hydrogen-powered truck startup, duping novice investors including some financially struggling people looking for income during the pandemic.

The first child tax credit payments go out next week, and experts are already warning that along with the money comes the threat of scam artists trying to take it.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants Michigan residents to watch out for scammers and price-gougers will try to take advantage of vehicle owners impacted by flooding.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants Michigan residents to watch out for scammers and price-gougers will try to take advantage of homeowners and vehicle owners impacted by flooding.

According to authorities, a man is posing as a DTE Energy employee and a general contractor in order to rip off the elderly.

Bitcoin is the most common form of cryptocurrency on the market but there are many others to choose from and different exchanges to trade them.

With sales taking over the web, millions of people around the world will be logging on and hoping to save on Monday -- which also means that high tech thieves will be working to rip you off.

Residents are encouraged to contact Berkley Public Safety if they have concerns of potential fraud.

If you’re concerned that a call from a local health department may be a scam, write down the name and number of the person who called you, then reach out to your local health department to confirm the legitimacy of the call.

Michigan residents who are collecting unemployment need to watch out for a new scam.

An elderly couple living in Troy has been scammed out of more than $140,000 in a matter of weeks.

High tech thieves have a new way to trick those who are eager to travel.

The increased threat of identity theft is why experts are urging people to clean up their devices to protect their personal information.

Michigan is one of the top states for high tech thieves and scammers to search for victims.

A thief posing as a DTE worker stole more than $50,000 worth of jewelry from a 95-year-old woman in Madison Heights.

Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants people to beware of emails from someone attempting to impersonate her with a fake account.

A scam alert reveals how thieves are targeting Michiganders who are collecting unemployment benefits.