Politics & Government

'All I Need is Your Bank Account Number'

Learn how to avoid scam artists and and telemarketing fraud at a workshop hosted by Assemblymember Jerry Hill.

In Thursday's Patch, we reported that a family came very close to being in a Belmont parking lot after answering a Craigslist ad for a used car. Turns out the guy "selling" the car had actually and thought he'd pocket the $500 deposit and split. He was subsequently arrested by .

Today at 10 a.m., Assemblymember Jerry Hill and representatives from Seniors Against Fraud (SAIF), will present the annual senior fraud prevention workshop at .

The free workshop will teach seniors how to protect themselves against scam artists who commit investment and telemarketing fraud crimes. Participants of all ages are welcome.

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To reserve your seat at this popular workshop, call 650-595-7444, or email chandley@belmont.gov.

Senior Fraud Prevention Workshop

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  • Fri., Aug. 10
  • 10 a.m.
  • Twin Pines Senior & Community Center, 20 Twin Pines Ln., Belmont
  • Free
  • For more information, call 650-595-7444 or email chandley@belmont.gov

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