Crime & Safety
San Mateo Sheriffs Warn Of Coronavirus-Related Scam Calls, Emails
The public is advised to be "highly skeptical" of solicitations offering information or goods.
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SAN MATEO COUNTY, CA — The San Mateo County Sheriff's Office is reporting an increase in scams via phone, email or website that promise important information about the novel coronavirus pandemic but instead attempt to steal passwords and other personal information.
People are advised to be highly skeptical of emails or websites offering information or goods related to the pandemic, and to confirm the primary source of the communication, according to the sheriff's office.
The sheriff's office also never asks for money over the phone, and recommends that people never provide personal information, such as Social Security or credit card numbers, unless they initiated the call.
Anyone who receives a scam call or email or would like more information is asked to call (650) 363-4911.
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