USPS warns of rise in "brushing" scams where unsolicited items are sent to trick recipients into registering them.

A "brushing" scam involves companies sending unsolicited items like jewelry to create fake positive reviews on their websites. Victims receive packages asking them to register the item, often through a QR code that can lead to personal or financial data theft. Mary O'Toole received an unsolicited diamond ring and recognized it as a scam. USPS warns of an increase in these schemes, advising people not to register or provide any information for unsolicited items.

November 24, 2024
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