Indiana shoppers warned of Black Friday scams, with average reported loss of $585 - WOWO News/Talk 92.3 FM and 1190 AM
INDIANAPOLIS (WOWO) – Indiana residents reported losing $10.6 million to online shopping scams between 2022 and 2025, according to research from WhatAreTheBest. The study, which analyzed Federal Trade Commission data, found Indiana residents reported an average loss of $585 per online shopping scam report in 2025. That was 31.5% below... Indiana residents reported losing $10.6 million to online shopping scams between 2022 and 2025, according to research from WhatAreTheBest.com. The study, which analyzed Federal Trade Commission data, found that an average loss of $585 per online shopping scam report in 2025 was 31.5% below the national average of $854. Indiana ranked 38th among the 50 states for online shopping scammers' reports per capita between 2021 and 2025. The state recorded 27,422 online shopping reports during this five-year period, a 5% increase from 2024. Albert Richer, founder of WhatAretheBest.org, has warned of scams that copy legitimate retailers' logos, photos and prices to trick shoppers into buying. Consumers should contact their bank or card provider immediately and report the incident to the Federal Trade Commissioner.
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INDIANAPOLIS (WOWO) – Indiana residents reported losing $10.6 million to online shopping scams between 2022 and 2025, according to research from WhatAreTheBest.com.
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Les sujets: Shopping, Black Friday
