Scammers are attempting to use the current Russia-Ukraine conflict to swindle those looking to help those in need.
Scammers are using the crisis in Ukraine as a way to swindle altruistic people who are looking to provide financial assistance to those in need.
The fake sites looking to financially take advantage of others will use some common tactics to make themselves appear legitimate, according to WTOP. Another warning sign of a possible scam is when the fake sites indicate they are going to pledge an extremely high amount of the donations received to their cause. For instance, Coleman said that any organization claiming that 100 percent of the money will be donated is likely a cause for concern. She said that while giving to the cause is the main objective, all organizations still have overhead—so to give 100 percent is an exaggerated claim.
"It is wonderful that Americans want to help, but please be careful how you do it. Be conscientious of what charity you give your money to. Scammers will be creating fake donation sites and fraudulent pleas for money. That puts donors at risk of money loss and identity theft," Bernas said.
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