PPP Loan Scam Targeting Ohioans - Don't Trust Spoofed Calls
⭐📞 PPP LOAN SCAM TARGETING OHIOANS — DON’T TRUST SPOOFED CALLS
Scammers are targeting Ohio PPP loan recipients by posing as bank employees and using real borrower information to appear legitimate. They may call from spoofed numbers that look like your bank, claiming they need to verify account details or assist with your loan. Their goal is to steal your login credentials and access your account.
💬 HOW THE SCAM WORKS:
Scammers use publicly available PPP loan information.
They spoof bank phone numbers to appear legitimate
They pose as bank representatives requesting verification.
Victims are asked for login credentials or one-time security codes.
Fraudsters use the information to access accounts and move money quickly.
🚨 WARNING SIGNS:
Unexpected calls about your PPP loan or bank account.
Calls mentioning fraud on PPP loan.
Requests for online banking usernames, passwords, or security codes.
Caller ID shows your bank, but something feels off.
Pressure to act quickly or “verify” information immediately.
🛡️ PROTECT YOURSELF:
Never share login credentials or one-time codes over the phone.
Hang up and call your bank directly using a trusted number.
Be cautious of any unsolicited calls requesting account information.
Monitor your accounts regularly for unusual activity.
🧰 HELPFUL RESOURCES:
FTC: ReportFraud.ftc.gov
📍 IF YOU THINK YOU’RE BEING TARGETED:
Hang up immediately.
Contact your bank using the official number.
Change your online banking credentials if information was shared.
Monitor your accounts closely and report suspicious transactions.
