A warning from the Better Business Bureau to stay alert in parking lots, after reports of persuasive strangers claiming to “fix” dents in your car on the spot.
Don’t fall for it: victims say if you agree to the repairs, you’ll likely end up with a ruined car exterior.
The BBB offers these tips to avoid repair scams:
For other ways to protect yourself from scams visit bbb.org/avoidscams
https://www.wjbf.com/news/business-consumer/bbb-warns-of-parking-lot-scams-asking-to-fix-dents/
Don’t fall for it: victims say if you agree to the repairs, you’ll likely end up with a ruined car exterior.
The BBB offers these tips to avoid repair scams:
- Alert store security if you are approached in a parking lot
- Be wary of unsolicited offers
- Don’t fall for high pressure sales tactics
- Do your research before you do business
For other ways to protect yourself from scams visit bbb.org/avoidscams
https://www.wjbf.com/news/business-consumer/bbb-warns-of-parking-lot-scams-asking-to-fix-dents/