How a financial crimes investigator became a victim of identity theft

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When professional and personal worlds collide: how a financial crimes investigator became a victim of identity theft

Jeremy Ross, a Supervisory Special Agent with Homeland Security Investigations in New York, recounts his personal experience as a victim of identity theft while overseeing the agency's Major Frauds Group, shedding light on the intricate nature of financial crimes and the importance of swift action and adaptation in combating them.

04/12/2023

Jeremy Ross, Homeland Security Investigations Office of the Special Agent in Charge, Homeland Security Investigations

When professional and personal worlds collide: how a financial crimes investigator became a victim of identity theft

Jeremy Ross, a Homeland Security Investigations agent, shares his experience as a victim of identity theft while leading the agency's Major Frauds Group.
He highlights the various types of identity theft, from literal impersonation to the use of unsuspecting individuals' information for illicit financial activities.
Ross emphasizes the importance of promptly reporting identity theft to law enforcement to establish oneself as the victim rather than the perpetrator.
He underscores the need for continuous adaptation by law enforcement and banking institutions to stay ahead of evolving criminal tactics in combating identity theft.