Local State Rep to Host Free Shredding Event

In an effort to combat identity theft in the Lehigh Valley, state (R-131) is encouraging residents and businesses in his district to attend a free shredder event he is hosting on Saturday, June 9, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

“We all know that identity theft is a growing problem nationwide. Now, more than ever, we need to protect our private information and make sure it is destroyed properly,” Simmons said in a recent press release. “But many people do not have access to a shredder that can process large amounts of documents, which puts them at greater risk for fraud or theft."

Residents and businesses are encouraged to bring documents that contain sensitive information, such as Social Security numbers, medical information or bank account numbers, to be thoroughly shredded free of charge.

The event will take place at the Mack South Fire Station, 1902 Lehigh St., Allentown. The limit is four bags or boxes of paperwork per vehicle.