Attorney General Daniel Cameron is warning Kentuckians of a potential scam related to unsolicited packages from foreign countries.
The Attorney General states there have been several reports of Kentuckians receiving unsolicited packages with return addresses from foreign countries. The packages contain personal protective equipment such as face masks and shields and may be part of what is commonly known as a brushing scam. These scams are often used by third-party sellers to obtain five-star reviews for their products. Companies who employ this scam send inexpensive items to the homes of U.S. residents and then write a review of their product using the resident’s name and address.
Attorney-General Cameron states brushing scams may indicate that an individual’s personal information or identity has been compromised and releases several steps to protect your identity including changing your password on all e-commerce sites and contacting customer service for the company that sent the unsolicited package and report it. Cameron’s office is also recommending Kentuckians not use any unsolicited PPE items, as the quality and origin of such items cannot be verified.
The News Edge has received reports of similar unsolicited packages being received in the local area.
Kentuckians who receive unsolicited packages containing personal protective equipment (PPE) are being asked to report the packages to the Attorney General’s Office of Consumer Protection by calling 1-888-432-9257 or by completing a scam complaint form online here.
