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75% of Seniors Targeted by Scams Amid Rising Tactics

9/22/2025

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A national poll shows 75% of older adults in Western New York experienced scam attempts in the last two years, with 30% victimized.
Common scams include romance, sweepstakes, and imposter scams, exploiting emotional vulnerabilities.
Scammers increasingly use advanced tactics like AI and deep fakes.
Federal authorities arrested eight individuals for defrauding 139 seniors, totaling over $11 million.
Lifespan assists victims in securing identities and filing for state relief, highlighting the emotional impact of scams.

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Story summary

A national poll shows 75% of older adults in Western New York experienced scam attempts in the last two years, with 30% victimized.
Common scams include romance, sweepstakes, and imposter scams, exploiting emotional vulnerabilities.
Scammers increasingly use advanced tactics like AI and deep fakes.
Federal authorities arrested eight individuals for defrauding 139 seniors, totaling over $11 million.
Lifespan assists victims in securing identities and filing for state relief, highlighting the emotional impact of scams.