SOUTHERN COLORADO (KOAA) — Shame, anger, loneliness and panic. Those are the emotions scammers count on. Some criminals use trust as a weapon, impersonating loved ones, financial institutions, or even government agencies to steal thousands of dollars.
We're sharing the stories of victims, not to embarrass or judge, but to show how these scams work, and what you need to know to protect yourself.
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Businesses along Dublin Boulevard struggling during ongoing construction
Even though the latest city announcements say the end could be near for the Dublin project. For struggling businesses along that roadway, a few more bad days could mean the end for them too.
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