Reporting Fraud
If you suspect an attempt has been made to fraudulently obtain your personal or account information, or you have been a victim of identity theft, take the following steps immediately:
- Contact the fraud departments of the three national credit reporting agencies:
- Equifax — www.equifax.com or 1-800-685-1111
- Experian — www.experian.com or 1-888-397-3742
- Trans Union — www.transunion.com or 1-877-322-8228
- Inform your credit issuers immediately (banks, credit card companies).
- File a police report with your local law enforcement.
If you receive a call or email you suspect to be fraudulent, take the following steps:
- Write down any phone numbers given out by the caller and print out copies of any suspect emails or letters you receive.
- Contact your credit issuers immediately (banks, credit card companies).
- Remember: Do not give out sensitive information (including social security numbers, account numbers, user names / passwords) over the phone or Internet.
