There has so far been just over $72 billion spent online since the beginning of November. Obviously with all these online sales that means package deliveries are up and scammers are taking advantage. Here’s a new scam, you receive a call or an email from someone claiming to be your mail carrier or a parcel delivery service saying that they were unable to deliver a package to your home. If you don’t remember ordering anything that needs to be delivered, the caller may try to convince you the package is a gift from a friend or relative. The caller may sound friendly and professional, making the scam harder to spot.
The email messages also look legitimate - containing official logos and using professional language. Email messages may ask you to click on a tracking link for your mystery package. When you click, you may download malware onto your computer that gives con artists access to any personal information and passwords.
The caller will ask you to verify personal information or give them your credit card information to reschedule the delivery.
No matter the method of contact, the package doesn’t exist. Sharing your personal information puts you at risk for identity theft. What to do? Be wary of unsolicited communications. Track your packages. Never give your personal information to strangers. Never click on links in unsolicited emails.
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