Beware of scammers impersonating organizations or individuals to lure people into scams. They may pretend to be government agencies or employees, or legitimate investment professionals. Learn what to look out for and steps to take to protect yourself: #StopGovImposters#

INVESTOR ALERT: Investors should never rely solely on information from group chats in making investment decisions. Be wary of any group chat where you receive investment advice from someone you don’t know – and who may be impersonating an investment professional or government official – this is often how investment scams begin. Learn more:   #StopGovImposters#

🛑 Stop Government Impersonators. 🛑 If you receive a communication that appears to be from the SEC, do not provide any information until you have verified it's not from an impersonator. If you are contacted by someone claiming to be from the SEC, call the person using the SEC’s personnel locator at (202) 551-6000 to confirm the communication is authentic. #StopGovImposters#

This World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, learn how to recognize and avoid government imposter scams. Beware of fraudsters who may impersonate the SEC – or SEC officials or employees – on social media or in text messages to try to scam you. These scams include stock tips, advance fee fraud, and offers pretending to help you get your money back.  Scammers may also use your personal information to steal your identity or your funds.  #StopGovImposters# Learn more: