Tech Support Scams On The Rise; Local Expert Provides Key Red Flags
Thursday, February 19th, 2026
As online scams continue to target consumers, local agencies marked Safer Internet Day this week by warning people about common tech support fraud schemes designed to steal money and personal information.
Tech support scammers often use alarming phone calls, emails and fake pop-up messages to falsely claim a computer has a virus or security issue. Better Business Bureau of Central Georgia President and CEO Kelvin Collins says their main goal is to get money for unnecessary services or gain access to personal software.
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