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	Don't be a victim of a Ponzi scheme! Learn more about multi-level marketing fraud. Report suspected Ponzi schemes online via our Mail Fraud Complaint form. Crime victim? Know your rights! At the request of the Postmaster General, Postal Inspectors are working with the President's Identity Theft Task Force on recommended strategies for combating identity theft.	File a report or submit a referral about postage fraud online. Or report it by calling 1-800-372-8347. Learn more about revenue protection.

Online Safety
Today, the majority of child exploitation cases investigated by Postal Inspectors—about 95%—involve both the U.S. Mail and the Internet. In fact, 1 in 7 youths are sexually solicited online, according to the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children. Read more about how Postal Inspectors protect children.

Consumer Awareness
Report suspected mail theft, identity theft, postage or other mail fraud, or a false change of address online. Check out the links below to learn how to protect yourself from fraudsters.
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Help Postal Inspectors find fugitives and solve mail-related crimes. Rewards are offered in some cases. Click here to see our complete list of wanted and reward posters.

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