ENID, OK – Let's unite to fight fraud and shred instead. AARP Oklahoma, The Enid News & Eagle and Security National Bank are hosting a free shred event on June 15 from 9 a.m. to noon. The shredding will occur in the parking lot south of the drive-thru at Security National Bank, 201 W. Maine in Enid. The event is free and open to the public. AARP membership is not required to participate.
Oklahoma State Director Sean Voskuhl warns identity theft, fraud, and scams impact everyone, especially older adults and military veterans. "Shredding personal documents like account numbers, birth dates, passwords, PINs, signatures and Social Security and driver's license numbers is a crucial step in protecting your identity from criminals," Voskuhl said.
Shred event organizers request attendees adhere to the following guidelines;
• Please do not bring documents that contain metal larger than a staple.
• Please do not bring magazines or cardboard to shred.
• There is a maximum of two boxes per person.
Voskuhl said people do not have to attend the shred event to request a complimentary fraud prevention kit. Simply visit aarp.org/fraudwatchdog, fill out the request form, and the kit will be mailed to you. By requesting the kit, you will also be automatically entered to win a $50 gift card.
