Scam reports in 43215 — Columbus, OH

Downtown Columbus sees frequent Chase and Apple support phishing scams. 375 scam reports have been filed by residents in ZIP 43215. Statewide, Ohio residents filed 131,319 fraud reports last year totalling $226 million in losses (FTC Consumer Sentinel).

Top reported scam types in 43215

• bank phishing
• tech support fraud
• online shopping fraud

The 614 area code covers Columbus and 43215.

See all reported scams in Columbus for citywide patterns.

What to do if you get a scam call in 43215

1. Don't answer unknown 614 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 Ohio Attorney General Consumer Protection at https://www.ohioattorneygeneral.gov/individuals-and-families/consumers/file-a-complaint.
5. Report federally to the FTC at reportfraud.ftc.gov.

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