Largest Identity Theft Case
On August 5, 2008 eleven people arrested and charged with what may be the largest identity theft case in U.S. History. The Department of Justice say that as many as 40 million credit card and debit card numbers were stolen by tapping into some of the country’s largest retailers computer and wireless network systems. The sophistication and the complexity of the operation was stunning. Stolen numbers were redistributed or used in various ways, some being attached to blank credit cards and others used as atm withdrawal cards. This identity theft case affects many customers who may have their information stored with retailers such as BJ’s Wholesale Club, OfficeMax, Boston Market, Barnes & Noble, Sports Authority, Forever 21 and DSW. Run a credit report to see if you’re in danger of credit fraud.
