Attorney General Josh Shapiro warns of IRS tax day fraud – CBS Pittsburgh

By: KDKA-TV News Staff

HARRISBURG (KDKA) — Ahead of the April 18 tax deadline, Attorney General Josh Shapiro is warning taxpayers to beware of possible fraud.

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Scammers can pose as the IRS or a fake tax agency to try and get people’s money.

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He says he never gives information to callers claiming to be the IRS.

Scammers can spoof phone numbers, so a call from an IRS number doesn’t mean it’s legitimate.

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And he says to be careful when choosing an online tax prep business.