From 1,630 reports in 2019, to 2022 thus far seeing a total of 5,198, it equals out to a 219% increase in identity theft cases in Alabama.
DOTHAN, Ala. - While costs are rising with gas and inflation, identity theft is skyrocketing, especially in the state of Alabama., detailing some of the rapid increases since 2019.
Alabama is not the only dealing with the issue. Cases in Louisiana are up 396% in the same time frame, Mississippi cases are up 252%, Florida up 175%, and Georgia seeing an uptick of 122%., says 35 states in the US have seen a 100%+ increase in identity theft in 2022 as compared to 2019. The only two states reporting a less than 50% increase are Maine and New Hampshire .
Bank fraud also saw major increases, with 293% more cases in 2022 compared to 2019. For the government documents or benefits fraud category, it was a 270% increase, going from 5,707 cases in 2019 to 21,444 in 2022.
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Campaign 2022: See Sample Runoff Ballots for Your County - Alabama NewsThe Alabama runoffs are Tuesday. State and local races will be on the ballot. Here's how to see local ballots in your county. alnews alpolitics campaign2022 runoffs alabamanewsnetwork
Read more »
How A Little-Known California School Earned Top Marks On Forbes’ 2022 College Financial GradesAs the financial health of most universities goes from bad to worse, a little-known nonprofit college in California is gushing returns and expanding nationwide by cribbing from the for-profit playbook.
Read more »
Westminster dog show 2022: Schedule, how to watch on TV, livestreamThe 146th Annual Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show is being held from June 18, 20-22. Here is what you need to know.
Read more »
Why Buccaneers' Joe Tryon-Shoyinka Is Poised For Breakout 2022 SeasonJoe Tryon-Shoyinka is poised for a breakout season in 2022. CarmieV on what you need to watch for + a BOLD prediction for his sack production. FrontOffice33 | GoBucs
Read more »
NBA 2022-23 predictions: Warriors vs. Bucks finals, healthy Nuggets, Ben Simmons returnsHere are way-too-early predictions for top six NBA teams in the East and West next season. Spoiler: List will change after free agency.
Read more »
Sharing Abarth: Why you should join an owners club in 2022 | AutocarThe owners club is a staple of the British car scene - we met up with the Abarth Owners' Club Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire to find out why you should join one
Read more »