During Star Talk's episode 8, Sheriff Birkhead and Criminal Investigation Division Capt. Eric Carpenter discuss common scams and fraud that are occurring with increased frequency in Durham County and throughout the state. They also touch on other ways to protect yourself from crimes like property theft while at home and away.

If you need more information on scams and fraud you can visit the websites for the North Carolina Attorney General or the Federal Trade Commission.  If you'd like someone from the Sheriff's Office to come and speak at your community organization about these issues or any others call us at 919-560-7474.