BERKELEY COUNTY, S.C. — As scammers continue to develop increasingly sophisticated tactics, the Berkeley County Sheriff’s Office is taking its fraud prevention message directly to the community.
The Sheriff’s Office has announced a free Senior Fraud Prevention Tour that will make stops at five locations across Berkeley County and the Charleston area over the next two months. The educational presentations are designed to help seniors, caregivers, family members and anyone interested in protecting loved ones recognize, avoid and report common scams and financial exploitation.
Officials say older adults remain one of the most frequently targeted groups for fraud, making education one of the most effective tools for preventing financial losses.
“Our goal is to empower our community with the knowledge they need to stay one step ahead of scammers,” Berkeley County Sheriff Duane Lewis said. “Education is one of the strongest tools we have to prevent fraud and protect our seniors from becoming victims.”
During the presentations, attendees will learn practical strategies to identify fraudulent schemes before becoming victims and receive guidance on what to do if they suspect they have been targeted.
Topics will include:
- Phone and text message scams
- Grandparent scams and AI voice impersonation scams
- Identity theft prevention
- Online safety and cybersecurity tips
- Financial fraud awareness
- How to recognize and report suspicious activity
The free tour schedule includes:
- Thursday, July 30 | 7-8 p.m.
- Moncks Corner Library
- 1003 U.S. Highway 52, Moncks Corner
- Tuesday, Aug. 4 | 7-8 p.m.
- Daniel Island Library
- 2301 Daniel Island Drive, Daniel Island
- Tuesday, Aug. 18 | 7-8 p.m.
- Sangaree Library
- 595 Sangaree Parkway, Summerville
- Tuesday, Aug. 25 | 6:30-7:30 p.m.
- Macedonia Christian Church
- 2428 N. Highway 17A, Bonneau
- Thursday, Sept. 24 | 7-8 p.m.
- Del Webb Point Hope
- 2337 Bay Strip Drive, Charleston
The presentations are free and open to the public. While the program is geared toward seniors, sheriff’s office officials encourage residents of all ages to attend, noting that understanding how scammers operate can help protect individuals, families and finances from becoming the next target.
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