Hurricane relief scams surface, according to Attorney General
By News Staff
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The Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office is warning people to be on the lookout for hurricane-related scams.
They’re advising people to avoid donating on crowd-funding websites unless they’re backed by a legitimate charity.
They also recommend simply going on a specific website to donate, including those of the American Red Cross, Haiti Assistance Programs, Salvation Army and UNICEF.
"In times of disaster, we often lead with our hearts, not with our heads. If you want to donate to Hurricane Matthew relief efforts, it’s important to do your homework, know exactly to whom you are donating, and how the money will be used," said Attorney General Kilmartin. "There are a number of well-established, legitimate organizations that have already established relief efforts and accepting donations, and sadly, there are individuals and criminal organizations that have already established fraudulent relief efforts as well."
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