Fraud Resources
What to Do if You Are a Victim of Fraud
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Investment Scam Tracker
The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions has published an investment scam tracker to alert the public to potential threats affecting Wisconsin communities. The DFI urges Wisconsin residents to exercise extreme caution before responding to any solicitation offering investment or financial services, especially if it involves cryptocurrency. To be safe, do not give money to anyone you meet online.
Fraud Resources
What is a Scam?
A scam is a con that criminals use on unsuspecting people to steal or extort their money. If the scam succeeds, the victim’s money is gone. Learn how to recognize a scam here.
Signs of a Deepfake Scam
Scams targeting Americans are surging. Criminals are using deepfakes, or media that is generated or manipulated by AI, to gain your trust and scam you out of your hard-earned money. Learn how to detect a deepfake.
FBI Alert: Account Takeover Fraud
The FBI warns of cyber criminals impersonating financial institutions to steal money or information in Account Takeover (ATO) fraud schemes. The cyber criminals target individuals, businesses, and organizations of varied sizes and across sectors
Can You Spot an Investment Scam?
We know that there are plenty of scammers hawking phony investment opportunities. In 2023, people told the FTC that they lost $4.6 billion to investment scams — more than any other category.
Crypto Investment Scams
Scammers have been targeting individuals in our community with crypto investment scams. Stay vigilant and learn how you can protect yourself from these scams here.
Preventing Elder Financial Abuse Guide
This guide will walk you through four key steps to help protect your friends and family members from financial abuse. It is important to watch out for signs of financial abuse and take steps to help your loved ones, if needed.
Types of Consumer Fraud
Criminals are constantly thinking up ways to get access to your financial information or to get cash from you or your account. Arm yourself with the information you need to protect yourself from these scams. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency offers information on these latest scams.
Don't Be a Mule
Our communities have seen an uptick in Money Mule scams amongst unknowing participants. Acting as a money mule is illegal and punishable, even if you aren't aware you are committing a crime, so it is important to know the signs. The FBI offers information and resources regarding Money Mule scams.
Identity Theft Protection
Every day criminals are finding new ways to steal personal information and perpetrate fraud. That’s why Coulee Bank has teamed up with Deluxe Provent to provide you with an integrated suite of identity theft protection services that provide identity theft prevention, detection, and restoration.
Your Right to Financial Privacy
In the normal course of business, financial institutions you do business with will request certain personal information. Federal law provides consumer protections to safeguard your privacy and set standards for information sharing in these situations.
Internet Crime Complaint Center
The Internet Crime Complaint Center, or IC3, is the Nation’s central hub for reporting cybercrime. It is run by the FBI, the lead federal agency for investigating cybercrime. If you believe you have fallen victim to cybercrime, you can file a complaint or report.
Do Yourself a Favor: Be Crime Smart
Getting educated and taking a few basic steps may keep you from becoming a victim of crime and fraud—and save you a great deal of time and trouble. You can also help protect your families and communities by reporting suspicious activities.