Scam

Caroline & Company took to Facebook to expose a woman they claim had shoplifted from them. However, the shoplifting incident seems to be the tip of the iceberg for a woman who could be Lafayette's biggest scammer.

The Lafayette Police Department has issued a warning to the public about a recent surge in scams involving individuals impersonating police officers.

I have seen this scam going around Facebook for a while now, but more and more people are reportedly still clicking on it.

Proceed with caution when buying goods on social media because the Better Business Bureau has been hearing plenty of complaints.

A man on TikTok is allegedly scamming people out of money by saying that he is homeless and is in need of help.

Before you start clicking and sharing, here's what we found out...

Louisiana SNAP Benefits are not reimbursable. Here's how to detect fraud on your card and how to protect your account.

In response to a post she saw, a Youngsville resident thought it would be a good time to explain sadphishing which, in reality, is not new behavior at all.

Every day there is a new Facebook scam or some hoax that makes its rounds on social media.

It's a brilliant way to (attempt to) pull the wool over people's eyes, but the dealership wasn't having it.

If you see a Facebook post about a dog that was found roaming around the streets of Lafayette, be sure to do your research before opening up your pockets or donating any money or time to have it "rehomed."

Never give someone money over the phone in exchange for clearing a warrant.

As if there wasn't enough pain at the pump, here is another scam that you have to be aware of when filling up at gas stations.

Used car sales are on the rise—and so are scams.

A Kenner, Louisiana man is facing up to 20 years in prison for scamming multiple airlines out of $300,000 in fraudulent lost luggage claims.

I received a text saying that AT&T accidentally surcharged my account last month. My first reaction: who in the heck is texting me at 06:27??

Be aware: the "Benefit Information" mailer disguised as a government program is a scam. Well, maybe not a scam, but the business sending them appears to have questionable business practices, in my opinion. These mailers have been making their rounds for the past few years, but it's a good idea to remind people that they aren't what they appear to be...

The Better Business Bureau of Acadiana wants to make sure you know about a recent scam that has been reported.

The father of the missing LSU student, Kori Gauthier, does not want anyone to become a victim of a scam that may be using his daughter's name.

Did you know the average American is being scammed out of $750 when trying to purchase a new pet? Those from the ages of 35 to 55 accounted for half of the scams.