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Three Random Words for Password Creation By:  Rob Baquera, Public Information Officer, Roseville Police Department   Professor Mary Reed, of the Rochester Institute of Technology, recently wrote an article connecting the math behind a geographic mapping application, what3words, and creating secure passwords that a human being can actually remember.    Technology is integrated into everything we do and most pieces of technology require a password. A strong password will:

How to donate and avoid scams this holiday season As the holiday season approaches, many Americans feel inspired to give back by donating to charities. However, it is important to ensure that your contributions make a real difference. To protect yourself from scams and ensure your donations are used wisely.  The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) suggests the following.  Research charities before donating Before you choose a charity, do some research online. Consider what causes are

Scams to Avoid in 2025 By: The Roseville Police Department    Americans lose billions of dollars to online scams every year. With the rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI), scammers have even more tools to trick unsuspecting individuals into giving away their personal information or money. The FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, reported losses in 2023 exceeded $12 billion. Digital tools like chatbots have made it easier to deceive people, and this trend is expected to cont

Get updated information about the Mosquito Fire Even though the Mosquito Fire is not threatening Roseville, it is affecting our neighbors, friends and family in nearby areas of Placer and El Dorado Counties. Placer County's Incident Page and the CAL FIRE Incident Page will have the latest information about the fire, road closures, evacuations, shelters and ways you can help.  Here are a few helpful links for t

Take precautions when using Zelle By:  Rob Baquera, Public Information Officer, Roseville Police Department   It happens daily.  Someone somewhere has become victim of a scam.  You may even know someone that has lost a lot of money to scammers, maybe it’s even a family member.  You might be thinking, “I would never fall for a scam.”  Criminals today, however, are sophisticated, relentless and conniving.   Recently, Zelle scams have been in the news.  Zelle is a peer-to-p

Donating to wildfire relief? Beware of scammers By: The Roseville Police Department   In the aftermath of the devastating wildfires in Southern California, communities across the nation are rallying to help those affected. While many people are eager to contribute, it’s crucial to remain cautious when donating. Scammers are taking advantage of the situation, using increasingly sophisticated methods to steal money from well-meaning donors.   With the abundance of charitab

Identity theft is on the rise, and experts say there’s no end in sight. In 2024, data breaches exposed more than 1 billion records, a staggering 312% increase from 2023, according to the Identity Theft Resource Center. Major companies, including Change Healthcare, United Healthcare, and AT&T, experienced breaches, affecting millions of people. With cybercriminals constantly finding new ways to steal personal information, it’s important to take steps to protect yourself. One of the best ways

Scams Happen Can you identify them? By: The Roseville Police Department      Tackling fraud and scams takes more than posting warnings about suspicious links and online shopping gone wrong. Everyone needs to do their part by identifying and reporting fraud/scams and telling authorities if they fall victim or become aware of one.   The FBI identifies common scams you need to know: Charity and disaster fraud — Unfortunately, not all donation campaig

Could that unexpected text be a scam? By: The Roseville Police Department    Did you know that 98% of people always open text messages? With fraud losses involving text scams increasing, it’s a good possibility that unexpected text could be a scam.  If scammers can get you to respond, they have a possible victim they can cash in on.   Here are some trick the scammer may employ: You receive a text message from the fraud department from Amazon, your ban

Scammers are pretending to be government workers, and it’s costing people money. These imposters might contact you by phone, email, or text message. They claim they’re from the Social Security Administration, Medicare, or another government agency. They might say something scary, like your Social Security number has been suspended or that you could lose your benefits. To fix the “problem,” they demand money or personal information. They may ask you to send gift cards or read them the PIN numbers

Mailing checks can be a risky business By: Roseville Police Department   Writing checks and mailing them has declined in recent years as the option to pay bills online has become more common. Check fraud and theft, however, has been growing- doubling over the last year. There are two distinct categories of crimes involving checks: Check theft Typically, check theft occurs when the scammer is able to intercept your check before it reaches the US Postal Service or b

Protect yourself from purse or wallet theft By: The Roseville Police Department  Purse theft is a common crime that can happen to anyone, often leaving victims feeling vulnerable and frustrated. Understanding how thieves operate—and taking a few simple precautions—can go a long way in keeping your belongings safe. There are two main types of purse theft: pickpocketing and purse snatching. Pickpockets are skilled at slipping items out of purses or pockets without the victim noticing, often strik

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By: The Roseville Police Department  The holiday season is one of the most joyful times of the year, filled with lights, celebrations, and gift-giving. But it also brings packed stores, busy parking lots, and plenty of distractions that can make shoppers easy targets for thieves. From Black Friday through the final days of December, keeping safety in mind can help ensure your holiday cheer doesn’t turn into holiday stress. Before heading out, plan ahead and stay alert with these key shopping sa