Impersonation — Impersonation occurs when a campaign falsely presents its organizer as another person or as someone authorized to represent a beneficiary. Criminals may use real names, photographs, and circumstances to support the deception. Confirming identity through an independent source helps establish whether the claimed connection exists. — Fraud Tactic

Added September 30, 2026

Impersonation — Impersonation is the deliberate presentation of oneself as another person or as a representative of an organization without authorization. Criminals imitate banks, government agencies, employers, and private individuals to borrow their credibility. Contact through independently obtained official channels helps evaluate whether the claimed affiliation is genuine. — Criminal Deception

Added October 3, 2026