This month, we did an in-depth story on financial crime and identity theft and how law enforcement agencies ranging from the Vestavia Hills Police Department to the United States Secret Service combat the issue on a united front. [Revisit the story here.] We want to hear from you about your experiences with financial crime, what precautions you take and what you want to know. Take a moment to fill out our survey and stay tuned for the results.

1.Have you ever reported a financial crime or instance of identity theft in Vestavia Hills or Jefferson County?

Once

More than once

Never

2.How do you usually hear about scams or financial crime?

Vestavia Hills Police Department

Friends or family

Facebook

News outlets

Other (please specify)

3.What protective measures do you take to try to ensure you aren't a victim of financial crime?

I check on my finances regularly to make sure I don't see anything suspicious.

I don't use debit cards at places like fuel pumps, where bank information is easily compromised.

I don't answer calls, emails and text messages that appear to be scams.

I keep my cards, financial documents and other important information in a secure location where others cannot access them.

I would like to know more.

I don't take any protective measures.

4.Do you know what to do if identify theft or financial crime happens?

Yes, I know what to do.

No, I don't know.

5.What would you do in the event of ID theft or financial crime?

6.How safe do you feel your finances, identity and important documents are in Vestavia or in Jefferson County?

Very safe

Somewhat safe

I'm not sure

Somewhat unsafe

Unsafe

7.What kind of scams have you seen in the last two years?

Email phishing scams

A card skimmer

A suspicious utility call requesting money

Suspicious bank activity

No scams

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