Protecting EBT and SNAP Benefits – Kentucky Responds to Theft Surge Reports
Scammers Target EBT Cards – Kentucky CHFS Takes Action Against Unauthorized Access
According to WAVE News, the Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS) is currently addressing theft surge cases impacting individuals receiving EBT and SNAP benefits. Since October 2nd, CHFS has received 194 reports of theft. The issue came to light when WAVE News was alerted by viewers who discovered missing funds, with some recipients receiving emails indicating unauthorized access to their EBT cards.
CHFS spokesperson Susan Dunlap explained that scammers are putting illegal devices on ATMs and card machines to steal EBT card information. They use this information to make fake EBT cards and take the benefits. This has caused a lot of worry for people who depend on these funds for their needs.
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194 Complaints Filed: Kentucky Sees EBT and SNAP Benefits Theft Surge – Authorities Warn of Scam!(PHOTO: The Hill)
Protect Your Benefits and Personal Data – CHFS Steps Up Security Measures
Furthermore, to help, CHFS is telling affected people to get new benefit cards and change their PINs. They will also let people know if their data has been stolen. CHFS is working hard to protect the benefits and personal information of everyone who gets these services, this way theft surge can be reduced.
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