Clemmie Swoope of Clinton Township learns about the tools and
inner workings of Macomb's crime fighters.
Be aware
The state Attorney General's Office lists the following tips on how to avoid
becoming a victim of fraud:
* Get informed: Increase your consumer literacy by educating yourself about
scams.
* Stand up to telephone solicitors: Immediately ask for the name of the
person calling and the company. Reduce telemarketing calls by telling the caller
to place your name on the "don't call" list. Federal law requires telemarketers
to maintain and honor such lists.
* Read the fine print: Study contracts in full before you sign. Ask questions
and be wary of oral presentations that conflict with the contract.
* Sleep on it: Don't be swayed by a high-pressure tactic. Think before you
buy. Legitimate businesses will give you the same deal later.
* Check out the business before you shop: Make sure the companies you do
business with are legitimate. The Attorney General's office or local Better
Business Bureau can tell you if complaints have been lodged against a company.
Todd McInturf / The Detroit News
Macomb K-9 Deputy Kevin Weldon explains how 2 1/2-year-old Harry
learns to sniff out explosives. The K-9 lessons are just one of the
activities that keeps seniors informed about crime fighting at the Senior
Citizen Law Enforcement Academy.
