FTC says Nevada has fourth highest rate of fraud in U.S.

FTC says Nevada has fourth highest rate of fraud in U.S.

(The Center Square) - Nevada residents lost over $138 million to scams in 2024 as one of the most defrauded states, reported the Federal Trade Commission.

Nevada Bankers Association Warns Consumers About Rising Financial Scams

LAS VEGAS (April 22, 2025) — Americans lost a staggering $12.5 billion to scammers last year — and the fraudsters aren’t slowing down. The numbers paint a troubling picture, with 2024’s losses jumping 25% from the previous year, according to Federal Trade Commission data. The FTC received fraud reports from 2.6 million consumers last year, which was roughly the same as the year before. However, the percentage of people who reported losing money …