Beware: Scammers Exploit Grieving Families with Funeral Home and Obituary Scams

Grieving family members in the United States are being targeted by a new scam that preys on their vulnerability. Scammers, posing as funeral home representatives, call loved ones of the deceased and demand a deposit for services or cremation. They often use spoofing to make it appear as if the call is coming from the funeral home. The Federal Trade Commission has labeled this scam as despicable and warns people to resist pressure and verify with the funeral home directly. Funeral homes across the country have been posting warnings on social media, but the scam continues to catch people off guard.