Attorney General Warns of Scammers Using Online Obituaries

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“It is almost beyond belief that there are people who are so unethical that they would exploit another’s loss for profit,” Nessel said.

AG Nessel Launches New Consumer Protection Website, Holiday Scams Campaign

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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel has launched a new consumer protection website and holiday campaign to help protect Michigan residents from common consumer scams during the winter holiday season.

Young Adults Can Be Vulnerable to Scams, Attorney General Shares Info for New Graduates

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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants to educate recent high school graduates on how to spot scams so that their path to adulthood does not include becoming the victim of a scam.

AG Nessel: Protect Your Heart, Your Identity, and Your Wallet from Scammers

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Online romance scams take advantage of people looking for romantic partners on dating sites, apps, or social media.

Attorney General Nessel Warns of Text Message Scam Claiming EBT Cards Locked

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Visit Michigan Attorney General Government Imposter Scams alert to learn more.

State Warns of Scams Related to Student Loan Forgiveness

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Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel wants to warn Michiganders to be on the lookout for potential scammers seeking to take advantage of borrowers pursuing student loan debt relief recently announced by the Biden Administration.

Attorney General Nessel Shares Tips to Avoid Puppy Scams

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“While we saw a spike in pet adoptions and purchases at the beginning of the pandemic, the possibility of bad actors looking to scam pet lovers remains a concern at all times,” Nessel said

Atty. General Warns of Scammers Claiming to be from Amazon

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Michiganders should scrutinize calls alerting them to suspicious activity on their Amazon account and avoid giving out personal information if you receive one.

Police Warn: Phone Scammers Claim to be From DTE

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If you suspect the call may be fraudulent, hang up and call DTE at their toll-free number 800-477-4747. Ask to be connected to a customer service representative and explain to them what occurred.

Atty. General Warns Against COVID-19 Related Scams

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“Scammers are lurking under every rock and behind every corner waiting to take advantage of unsuspecting people,” said Nessel.