We know people get tired of Law Enforcement preaching about scams and losing your money. But it happens every day and recently we have seen an uptick of large amounts of money being literally stolen from unsuspecting victims who get taken in or don’t contact authorities until it is too late. In Stanton County in the past several months we have had two victims lose more than $300.000.00 each due to scams that often originate outside the United States making it nearly impossible for any law enforcement agency including federal authorities to take action or fully investigate. When something involves your hard earned money you should never share or give those funds to unknown parties. Especially when these scams often start with enticing or fearful on-line or with cell phone messages. The scammers are pros at what they are doing and use your personal information to convince you they are legitimate. They use all types of tactics, including your helping law enforcement catch bad people, keeping your relatives out of jail, enticing you with making quick money gimmicks, fear, intimidation and even sexual related propositions. If ever contacted in any way with information that makes you uncomfortable or suspicious, please provide no details and contact local known officials who can give you honest advice. Remember the scammers are good at their jobs and they go after all ages, not just the elderly. Protect yourselves by never giving, transferring, anything of cash value (including your money) or any monetary item such as buying gift cards for anyone unless you know beyond doubt it is a valid and thought out purchase.