AG Nessel is warning veterans about a scam after reports that Michigan veterans have received fraudulent postcards claiming they are eligible for additional benefits. The scam involves fraudsters using a postcard that seems legitimate to have veterans call a phone number to receive benefits or rewards, only to steal their information. 

Residents can protect themselves by being cautious when receiving such offers. Attorney General Nessel urges residents to verify the legitimacy of postcards regarding veteran resources before providing any personal information – such as a Social Security number, veteran ID number, or bank details – by reaching out to their veteran service officer, their county veterans affairs office or by calling the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency’s (MVAA) Michigan Veterans Resource Service Center at 800-MICH-VET (800-642-4838).

“Fraudsters are always looking for ways to steal your personal information. If veterans receive a postcard in the mail, they should trust their instincts, remain cautious, and verify any claims with their veteran service officer or the MVAA to avoid falling victim to scammers.” – AG Nessel