HCSO: Fraudsters targeting Hispanic victims
TAMPA, Fla. (FOX 13) - Investigators are looking into a possible string of scams targeting Hispanic victims based on their immigration statuses.
The Hillsborough County Sheriff's Office said it opened the investigation after a Univision report, which revealed more than 40 possible victims.
The sheriff's office said "several" victims have filed complaints about the fraud scheme.
Anyone who thinks they have been targeted as a victim in this case is asked to call the new, dedicated phone line set up by the sheriff's office, 813-247-8494.
A Spanish speaker has been designated to provide help and information.