New Yorkers warned of scams taking advantage of tax season
Apr 02, 2025
ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Taxes are due in a few weeks. For any New Yorkers still waiting to file, the Dept. of Taxation and Finance is warning them of scams.
Scammers are still attempting to steal people's personal information through impersonating tax collectors, phishing passwords, sending sc
am letters, and more.
Walter T. Mosley, New York's secretary of state, said scammers use tax season as a time to prey on your anxieties.
"I’m urging New York consumers to stay informed and take added precautions so you can protect your identity and your money from scammers.”
Residents are urged to never share personal information to unsolicited messages and to watch out for messages or calls that urge you to pay via gift cards or wire transfers.
Anyone who believes they received a scam call, text, or email can report it by clicking here. ...read more read less