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Scam tells people to pay for nonexistent coronavirus antibiotics
The AARP is warning about COVID-19 scams, including one from a supposed nurse saying your coronavirus test came back positive. The hook? A credit card number is needed to get antibiotics. There is currently no treatment specifically for COVID-19, but people can fall for these scams if they're not paying attention. If you are contacted with a potential scam, report it to the North Carolina Attorney General at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM or 919-716-6000.
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The AARP is warning about COVID-19 scams, including one from a supposed nurse saying your coronavirus test came back positive. The hook? A credit card number is needed to get antibiotics. There is currently no treatment specifically for COVID-19, but people can fall for these scams if they're not paying attention. If you are contacted with a potential scam, report it to the North Carolina Attorney General at 1-877-5-NO-SCAM or 919-716-6000.
Reporter : Monica LalibertePhotographer : Lauren DesArmo
Producer : Jenn Sorber Smith
Web Editor : Deborah Strange
Posted 2020-03-19T17:59:00-0400 - Updated 2020-03-19T17:59:52-0400
