FDIC And FBI Investigating Fraudulent Emails
FDIC consumer call centers are receiving a large number of
complaints by consumers who received an email that has the appearance of being sent from the
FDIC. The email informs the recipient that Department of Homeland Security Director Tom Ridge has
advised the FDIC to suspend all deposit insurance on the recipient’s bank account due to suspected
violations of the USA PATRIOT Act. The email further indicates that deposit insurance will be
suspended until personal identity, including bank account information, can be verified.
This email was not sent by the FDIC and is a fraudulent attempt to obtain personal information from
consumers. Financial institutions and consumers should NOTaccess the link provided within the body
media.
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