
Read this article from the Federal Trade Commission to learn the most common signs that may indicate you are the victim of ‘Identity Theft’ and learn what you can do to stop it. You will also be able to report your incident to authorities and receive additional support from the FTC web site.
Once identity thieves have your personal information, they can drain your bank account, run up charges on your credit cards, open new utility accounts, or get medical treatment on your health insurance. An identity thief can file a tax refund in your name and get your refund. In some extreme cases, a thief might even give your name to the police during an arrest.
If your wallet, Social Security number, or other personal information is lost or stolen, there are steps you can take to help protect yourself from identity theft.