FTC Sees Spike In Scams During COVID-19 Pandemic

Wednesday, June 10th 2020, 11:23 am

By: CBS News

FTC Sees Spike In Scams During COVID-19 Pandemic

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Three months ago the coronavirus outbreak was declared a pandemic and since then con artists have tried to capitalize on fears surrounding COVID-19.

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