The Queen Anne’s County Chamber of Commerce welcomed Sheriff Gary Hofmann recently as part of its ongoing seminar series, where he provided an in-depth look at the latest scams affecting businesses and individuals — and the steps they can take to protect themselves. The Bay Times and Record Observer reports
Hofmann outlined how small businesses, which often lack training and robust IT resources, are frequently targeted. Scammers may use stolen credit cards to place large orders, leaving businesses unaware until it is too late. To reduce risk, Hofmann recommended printing invoices and verifying identification when fulfilling pickup orders.