Politics & Government
Scam Jam To Teach Protection Tips For Lower Bucks Co. Residents
State Sen. Steve Santarsiero is holding a session for residents on Wednesday in Lower Makefield Township.
LOWER MAKEFIELD TOWNSHIP, PA — State Sen. Steve Santarsiero (D-10) will host two Scam Jams this week, including one in the township on Wednesday.
In association with State Rep. Perry Warren, the scam jam will help residents learn to protect themselves from scams and identity theft.
State officials and local police will provide information on:
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- How and why to freeze your credit report
- Avoiding ID theft & Popular Scams
- Cybersecurity
- When to report ID theft and scams to the police
“New technologies have provided new opportunities for criminals and left residents more vulnerable to scams,” said Santarsiero. “I’m proud to work with our state partners and local police departments to offer this event so residents can get the latest information from our experts. Knowledge is most definitely power and is the best way to protect yourself from criminal scams and ID theft.”
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Warren said residents are inundated daily with a barrage of scams, everything from fake loan approvals, phishing emails, fraudulent bills, by phone, email, text, and sometimes even in person.
“This event will provide information on how to recognize and protect yourself from the seemingly endless attempts by scammers to separate you from your money, and what to do if you are a victim of a scam," Warren said.
“Today’s criminals don’t need to break into your home — they can victimize you through a phone call, text message, or fake email in minutes,” said Lower Makefield Township Chief of Police Joseph D. Kelly III. “Raising awareness is increasing prevention. The more residents know about scams, the harder it becomes for criminals to succeed.”
Speakers will include representatives from the PA Department of Banking and Securities, the PA Attorney General’s office, and the Bucks County District Attorney’s office.
Event Details:
May 20th, 2026, 2-4 p.m.
Lower Makefield Township Community Center, 1550 Oxford Valley Rd, Yardley, PA 19067
Register on our website: https://www.senatorstevesantarsiero.com/event/scamjam/
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