Scam reports in 33602 — Tampa, FL

Downtown Tampa sees frequent romance and grandparent scams. 356 scam reports have been filed by residents in ZIP 33602. Statewide, Florida residents filed 474,314 fraud reports last year totalling $866 million in losses (FTC Consumer Sentinel).

Top reported scam types in 33602

• romance scam
• grandparent scam
• Medicare fraud

The 813 area code covers Tampa and 33602.

See all reported scams in Tampa for citywide patterns.

What to do if you get a scam call in 33602

1. Don't answer unknown 813 numbers — let them go to voicemail.
2. If you answered, never confirm personal information or press numbers to "speak with an agent".
3. Block the number on your phone and report it at donotcall.gov.
4. File a complaint with the Florida Attorney General at https://www.myfloridalegal.com/.
5. Report federally to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

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