Telemarketing fraud
= Telemarketing fraud
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Telemarketing fraud is a type of scam where criminals use phone calls to solicit money or personal information from individuals under false pretenses. This form of fraud can take various forms, including: 1. **Prize Scams**: Scammers inform victims that they have won a prize but need to pay fees or taxes to claim it. 2. **Charity Scams**: Fraudsters impersonate legitimate charities or claim to represent organizations in order to solicit donations.