Authorities warn of scams in wake of Helene

Multiple federal agencies have warned of scams in the wake of the destruction of Hurricane Helene.

“The impact of disasters affecting our citizens are not just from the events themselves, but also from fraudsters who take advantage of disaster victims and good-hearted people who want to help those affected,” U.S. Attorney for the Middle District of North Carolina Sandra J. Hairston said in a press release Monday.

“These criminals take advantage of victims before, during, and after a natural disaster strikes...