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About Identity Theft
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Identity theft, also known as identity
fraud, is one of the fastest growing crimes in the nation. Yet it’s
more than someone stealing your credit card and making fraudulent
charges on it. Identity theft happens when someone uses another person's
personal information to commit theft. This information may be as simple
as a name, address and date of birth, or as detailed as a Social Security
number, or a mother's maiden name. Identity thieves use this information
to open credit card accounts, obtain loans, drain bank accounts and
more.
This growing crime affects more and more people every day. Yet, most
people think that it can't happen to them. That's why Citi
Identity Theft Solutions is there to help you resolve the matter
and get your life back.
If you suspect you have been a victim of identity theft, call 1-866-537-9892.
You should also download our Identity
Theft Tool Kit.
In addition, you can learn how Citi
protects your account and the best ways to protect
yourself from identity thieves.
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Over 10 million Americans were
victims of identity theft in 2002.† |
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Most identity theft occurs offline.† |
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Identity theft victims spent
an average of 30 hours resolving the problem.† |
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Americans lost a total of $5
billion from identity theft.† |
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Online shopping is safe, convenient
and fun if you take measures to protect
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† Federal
Trade Commission, "Identity Theft Survey Report," September
2003 |
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