Attorney General Jeff Jackson warned on March 27 that veterans in North Carolina are being targeted by an increasing number of scams and urged them to be vigilant. The announcement came with a call for veterans to report suspicious offers, especially those promising free money.
This warning is important because it highlights ongoing efforts to protect veterans, who may be vulnerable to schemes aimed at exploiting their service and benefits. Ensuring the safety of veterans from fraud is seen as a key responsibility by state officials.
“Veterans deserve our respect and support, not scams that try to take advantage of their service,” said Attorney General Jeff Jackson. “If it sounds like someone is offering you free money – it’s probably a scam. Please report them to my office immediately.”
Secretary Jocelyn Mitnaul Mallette of the North Carolina Department of Military and Veterans Affairs echoed this concern, saying, “North Carolina’s veterans have earned our deepest gratitude, and we will not tolerate schemes that target their service or their benefits. Protecting our veterans from fraud is a responsibility we take seriously.”
The North Carolina State Executive Attorney General works across the entire state providing services such as legal representation, criminal prosecution support, and consumer protection according to the official website. The office also aims to prevent crime, assist law enforcement agencies, defend residents’ rights, represent state agencies in court proceedings, and prosecute criminal appeals according to the official website.
Jackson leads this government entity as attorney general according to the official website, overseeing its authority in handling legal matters for North Carolina according to the official website.
Officials encourage anyone encountering potential scams targeting veterans or others in North Carolina to contact the Attorney General’s office for assistance.
