Sweepstakes and Lottery Scams Cost Americans $117 Million Last Year

Sweepstakes-related scams are running rampant these days, and it's specifically affecting the older population in the US. Last year alone, Americans were scammed out of $117 million, most of the time by scammers outside the US. If you receive a call saying that you've won, do not – under any circumstances – wire the caller money or send a check! Here's what you need to know about the scams and how they work: