Renowned Identity Theft Expert Frank Abagnale to Host Las Vegas Presentation
Newly Named AARP ambassador to instruct local community on how to avoid scams, protect families from fraud
LAS VEGAS, Aug. 29, 2017 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- Frank Abagnale, recently appointed AARP Fraud Watch Network ambassador, has advised the FBI on how to outsmart con artists for over four decades. As one of the world's most respected authorities on identity theft, Abagnale is coming to Las Vegas Thursday, September 14 at 6p.m.at the Gold Coast Hotel & Casino to share his expertise and insight to arm individuals with the knowledge and information on how to spot and avoid scams, and the importance of safely using social media so that they can protect their families.
There is a victim of identity theft every two seconds in the United States. Older Americans account for 10% to 13% of these victims, with more than 3.5 billion households affected. The 50+ demographic is the fastest-growing segment of computer and Internet users and, according to the FBI, this makes the segment a more likely target for Internet fraud.
Abagnale, a former master check forger who inspired the 2002 Steven Spielberg film Catch Me if You Can, was once one of the world's most famous confidence men. Today, more than 14,000 financial institutions, corporations and law enforcement agencies use his fraud prevention programs. He has also written numerous articles and books including The Art of the Steal, The Real U Guide to Identity Theft and Stealing Your Life.
Abagnale warns that hackers likely already have many people's identity records from the major security breaches that have occurred over the last two to three years. When hackers steal personal information in a major breach, they tend to warehouse that data for two years or more before they make it available in the criminal marketplace.
Register for this free event, and get more tips for protecting oneself from identity theft, by visiting aarp.cvent.com/abagnalenevada or calling 1-877-926-8300.
About AARP
AARP is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization, with a membership of nearly 38 million, that helps people turn their goals and dreams into real possibilities, strengthens communities and fights for the issues that matter most to families such as healthcare, employment and income security, retirement planning, affordable utilities and protection from financial abuse. We advocate for individuals in the marketplace by selecting products and services of high quality and value to carry the AARP name as well as help our members obtain discounts on a wide range of products, travel, and services. A trusted source for lifestyle tips, news and educational information, AARP produces AARP The Magazine, the world's largest circulation magazine; AARP Bulletin; www.aarp.org; AARP TV & Radio; AARP Books; and AARP en Español, a Spanish-language website addressing the interests and needs of Hispanics. AARP does not endorse candidates for public office or make contributions to political campaigns or candidates. The AARP Foundation is an affiliated charity that provides security, protection, and empowerment to older persons in need with support from thousands of volunteers, donors, and sponsors. AARP has staffed offices in all 50 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico, and the U.S. Virgin Islands. Learn more at www.aarp.org.
SOURCE AARP Nevada
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