FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
NEWS RELEASE
August 29, 2016
For More Information, contact:
Luther Strange
Mike Lewis (334) 353-2199
Alabama Attorney General
Joy Patterson (334) 242-7491
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AG STRANGE WARNS OF SCAMMERS POSING AS MEMBERS OF
BOARD OF ACCOUNTANCY TO GET PERSONAL INFORMATION
(MONTGOMERY) – Attorney General Luther Strange warned that people are
receiving emails, purported to be from the Alabama State Board of Public Accountancy,
that request sensitive personal information such as Social Security numbers and other
data. Many, but not all, of those receiving the requests are professional members who
are licensed by the Board.
“The Board has received notice that Alabama licensees are receiving requests for
verification of sensitive personal information,” the Board stated in a message to the
members it has been able to notify. “We are not currently requesting any information
from licensees. If you receive a request for information and have any questions, please
contact the Board at 334-242-5700.” The message goes on to assure that “The Alabama
State Board of Accountancy will never request sensitive information through email.”
Attorney General Strange warns all consumers to be wary of inquiries asking for
personal financial information and other private data. “Even if you believe you know
and are associated with the organization, it is best to check with them directly,” he said.
“Unfortunately it is more and more common for scammers to pose as a trusted source
and trick people into sharing their information.”
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