Learn How to Protect Yourself From Mail, E-Mail or Foreign-Lottery Scams
April 2, 1010—, 2010 -- A 78-year-old Florida woman fell victim to a foreign-lottery scam, losing $10,000 of her money.
But authorities are completely baffled about what they say she did next.
Doris Siegel allegedly went on a five-year scam spree, bilking her pastor and friends out of more than $1 million, according to police.
Siegel is in jail on fraud charges.
Click HERE to read more about the case.
Here are some tips on how you can avoid being scammed:
If you're thinking of responding to solicitations about foreign lotteries, here's some advice: Don't.
Here's what the Federal Trade Commission has to say about such offers:
Tips for Avoiding Scams
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