Timothy W. Hester, Chief of Police
300 Jefferson Street * Greenfield, Ohio 45123
Telephone: 937-981-7777 Emergency: 911
Timothy W. Hester
Chief of Police
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Helpful Tips To Reduce Your Risk Of Identity Theft:

*Shred and destroy unwanted documents that contain personal information.

*Bring your mail in daily - don�t leave mail in your mailbox.

*Immediately report lost or stolen credit cards.

*Review and monitor your consumer credit reports regularly.

*Do not carry your social insurance card or your birth certificate. Keep these tucked away in a safe place.

*Be aware and note when your monthly financial statements arrive in the mail. Notify your financial institutions when they don�t arrive when expected.

*Watch your financial statements and ensure all charges made are yours.

*Keep your ATM and Debit Card receipts, do not leave these behind.

*Shred every piece of mail containing personal and financial information.

*Never reveal your bank account, credit card, mother�s maiden name or social insurance number over the phone (unless dealing with a trusted business or organization). Ask the caller to send information by mail.

*Keep a list of all your financial accounts such as account numbers, expiry dates, and customer help telephone numbers. Ensure this list is kept in a safe place & use to contact in case of lost or stolen cards.

*When creating passwords or PINs, do not use digits of your social insurance number, mother�s maiden name, your birthdate, any part of your name (first, middle, last).

*Watch your credit card expiry dates, if you don�t receive a replacement card prior to the date - contact the issuer.

*Consider making your telephone number unlisted or listed without your address.

*Sign all new credit cards immediately to prevent someone else from doing so.

*Beware of mail or telephone contacts informing you of prizes and awards - especially if they ask for personal or financial account information.

Identity Theft Alert to Students:

“Protect your Social Security Number and other personal information. Don’t let identity thieves rob you of your educational future!�?
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