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Fake Tech Support scams cost their victims billions every year.  This week on Scams, Hacks and Frauds we look into these scams, we'll tell you just how they trick you into thinking there really are problems with your computer.. But we wont stop there.  We'll tell you the story of Fraudster Michael Cotter, who ran these tech support scams, and how he used fraudulent debit card transctions to keep his scam in business.  We'll then tell you how you can keep yourself safe from these scams.

Tech support scams typically target the elderly, and people unfamiliar with computers.  If you know someone who's not that tech savvy, please share this episode with them to help protect them from these scams.

We publish new content every other Monday. The  10 minutes our episodes may save your wallet, and help protect your family.

If you like shows like "The Perfect Scam" or "Darknet Diaries" then this show might be for you.  

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