What the Tech: Why you need a dummy email address
Setting up a dummy email address will keep your existing inbox from getting cluttered. It will also better protect you from scams and identity theft.
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What the Tech: Should you freeze your credit to protect yourself from ID theft?
A credit freeze may protect yourself from ID theft since no one would be able to open a credit account in your name.
Prattville police searching for identity theft suspect
Prattville police need your help finding the suspect in an identity theft investigation.
Montgomery man sentenced to federal prison for identity theft, cashing stolen checks
A Montgomery man has been sentenced to 64 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to bank fraud and identity theft.
What the Tech: How to shop on a mobile device safely
Here’s how to keep your personal information safe when shopping on a smartphone or other mobile device.
Auburn man charged with trafficking stolen identities
An Auburn man has been arrested on charges that he trafficked stolen identities.
What the Tech? Beware of fake ads on Facebook
Fake ads on Facebook are hard to spot and could lead you to lose your money and your personal information.
Two Auburn Teenagers Arrested on Felony Identity Theft Charges
During the investigation, Auburn Police recovered evidence linking the suspects to fraudulently obtained identifying information used to commit the crimes.
Police: Check for Identity Theft If You Used Credit/Debit Card at Millbrook McDonald’s
Millbrook police say anyone who used a credit or debit card at the city’s McDonald’s in recent days should check to make sure they’re not the victim of identity theft.
Opelika Police Searching for Identity Theft Suspects
Opelika police are searching for four people wanted in an identity theft case.
