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Small charges on your statement may be signs of emerging identity theft scams
A $4 charge on your statement could be indicative of fraud, with consumer protection groups and law enforcement warning that it may be a scam designed to go unnoticed. The charge's vagueness and small amount make it easy for scammers to avoid detection.
A $4 charge on your statement could be indicative of fraud, according to consumer protection groups and law enforcement, as scammers often use small, ambiguous fees to mask malicious activity, making it easy for consumers to overlook the suspicious transaction without realizing they've been targeted.
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