Law enforcement strongly encourages residents and businesses to shred paperwork containing personal and sensitive information to reduce the risk of identity theft.
Next Shred Event: TBA
Tigard Police Department
Free Document Shredding
Law enforcement strongly encourages residents and businesses to shred paperwork containing personal and sensitive information to reduce the risk of identity theft.
Next Shred Event: TBA
Identity Theft a National Problem
The most recent data from the U.S. Bureau of Justice Services indicate that there were 17.6 million victims of identity theft in 2014 alone. Two-thirds of those harmed suffered a financial loss.
The victims include Tigard residents, who have filed reports with the Tigard Police Department.
The department recommends residents follow Federal Trade Commission guidelines to safeguard one’s personal information:
- Know who you share information with.
- Store and dispose of your personal information securely, especially your Social Security number and birthdate.
- Ask questions before sharing your personal information.
- Make sure your computers and other electronic devices are secure.
Email Me