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The BBB Newsroom provides journalists with valuable resources for scam prevention. Each folder includes audio and video files, along with supporting documents that provide detailed context about the scam.
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Gift card scams
Whether you're buying a gift card online or at a store, shop carefully.
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Employment scams
Job seekers should confirm the legitimacy of offers before applying.
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Pet adoption scams
Even diligent online searches can expose consumers to scammers.
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Shopping scams
Scammers exploit supply chain and inflation issues to target shoppers.
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Cryptocurrency scams
Understanding key concepts of virtual currencies is critical to stay safe.
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Sweepstakes scams
Sweepstakes scams are among the most widespread frauds today.
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Mover scams
From missing items to massive price hikes, these scams run the gamut.
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Romance scams
Romance scams exploit emotional vulnerability to deceive victims.
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Tech support scams
Many are falling prey to thieves posing as computer technicians.
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Post-storm scams
These scams involve fraudulent contractors exploiting natural disasters.
Press releases
Latest announcements from BBB Midwest Plains.
October 2, 2026
BBB Scam Alert: Kansas City dog supplement seller accused of unauthorized subscriptions, unpaid refunds
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against a scam involving The Paw Parent.
September 18, 2026
BBB Scam Alert: Reshipping scam traced to vacant Kansas City address
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against a scam involving PakNext Inc.
September 15, 2026
BBB Scam Alert: Fake freight company targets job seekers in reshipping scam, harvests personal identification
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against a scam involving Midstate Freight, Inc.
July 1, 2026
BBB Scam Alert: Infinity Auctions website scams vehicle buyers nationwide using a phony Rapid City address
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against a scam involving Infinity Auctions.
June 1, 2026
BBB Scam Alert: Fake car website claiming Omaha address steals thousands
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against a scam involving Thrifty Auto Sales Shop.
May 29, 2026
BBB Scam Alert: Fake South Dakota Farm Equipment Website Steals $35,000+ from Buyers
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against a scam involving Bass Farm Equipment.
May 19, 2026
BBB Scam Alert: Kansas Heavy Equipment Website Linked to $51,000 in Consumer Losses
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against a scam involving Rock Line Equipment.
April 24, 2026
BBB Scam Alert: Fraudulent heavy equipment website impersonating friend, Nebraska
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against a scam impersonating Milton Brothers Implement.
March 26, 2026
BBB Scam Alert: Fake Kansas vehicle auction site steals $76,000 from buyer
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against Nations Remarketing Group, which had stolen more than $76,000 from consumers.
January 27, 2026
BBB Scam Alert: Suspected fraudulent debt collector targets hundreds of consumers
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against Anderson Tate & Associates, which had targeted hundreds of consumers.
November 12, 2025
BBB Scam Alert: Fraudulent container sales operation impersonating Council Bluffs business
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against Council Bluffs Containers, which had stolen more than $8,000 from consumers.
October 15, 2025
BBB Scam Alert: Fake equipment company scams consumers out of nearly $30,000
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against Pro Equip Agricultural & Construction, which had stolen nearly $30,000 from three confirmed victims.
October 13, 2025
BBB Scam Alert: Fraudulent website impersonating closed Beatrice auto dealer
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against a fraudulent website impersonating a legitimate Beatrice-area business that closed in December 2023.
September 2, 2025
BBB Scam Alert: Consumers report unfulfilled refund requests from South Dakota rental company
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against Locayt, a South Dakota rental company that has generated more than 600 consumer inquiries and over 60 Scam Tracker reports.
September 30, 2024
BBB Scam Alert: Consumer complaints surge amid reports of Mikez Customz unanswered orders
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against Mikez Customz, which claims to operate from an address in Derby, Kansas.
August 6, 2024
BBB Scam Alert: Miniature Highland Cattle Farm impersonates Nebraska cattle farm
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against Miniature Highland Cattle Farm, which claims to operate from an address in Broken Bow, Nebraska.
May 21, 2024
BBB Scam Alert: Fraudulent online retailer Wrenley & Brynn claims Kansas address
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against Wrenley & Brynn, which claims to operate from an address in Olathe, Kansas.
April 12, 2024
BBB Scam Alert: FLL Shipping impersonates legitimate Kansas business
BBB issued a warning following a detailed investigation into a series of complaints against FLL Shipping, previously known as First Lane Logistics US LLC and FL Ship.