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Expert advice on avoiding scams targeting the elderly available at Clackamas County Fair on Senior Day, August 19

You can’t be too careful these days. The stranger on the other end of a friendly phone call or email could be a scammer who wants to tap into your bank account or steal your identity. 

These criminals often target the elderly and other vulnerable adults.

The Clackamas County Vulnerable Adult Multi-Disciplinary Team wants you to know what to look out for and how to protect yourself and your money. 

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John Wentworth has served Clackamas County for more than 25 years and brings over 30 years of prosecution experience to his role as District Attorney. A Clackamas High School graduate, he returned to the county in 1999 and has prosecuted some of the community's most serious criminal cases. Recognized statewide for his expertise in domestic violence, sexual assault and elder abuse, John is committed to protecting vulnerable residents, strengthening public safety and promoting a fair, effective justice system through collaboration, leadership and data-informed decision-making.

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