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Crimestoppers: Mystery Shopper Scam

By Holly Menino

 

With the nation in a recession and so many people out of work, many people go online to find their next job. But they're not alone: scammers know the internet is a perfect place to find potential victims. Their scams can lurk in the form of "personal shopper" positions that can cost you.

 

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