Fraud Schemes: Lottery/Sweepstakes
Have you ever received a communication stating that you won something (money or a prize), but before you can collect you will need to send money to pay for taxes, customs, or any fees? However, you didn’t actually buy a ticket or enter a sweepstakes. This is a SCAM.
Don’t send transfer money to the people who are stating you have “WON” something but need to send them funds before collecting your winnings. You will never have to pay money up front to receive any legitimate lottery or sweepstakes winnings.
