A warning from Oneida Casino Hotel to the public about a scam using its name on social media platforms to promote online gambling has been released.
What is the Scam?
The scam involves fake ads on Facebook and Instagram that use photos of the Oneida Casino Hotel in Ashwaubenon and claim to offer a $1,000 bonus for joining an online gambling platform. The ads also promote an app on Apple and Google app stores and claim to accept major credit cards.
- The ads are accompanied by fake photos of the Oneida Casino Hotel and claim to offer a bonus for joining an online gambling platform.
- The ads also promote an app on Apple and Google app stores and claim to accept major credit cards.
- After clicking on the ad, users will be asked for personal and financial information.
What to Do if You Click on the Ad
If you click on the ad, you will be asked to provide personal and financial information.
- Do not provide any sensitive information, such as your Social Security number or credit card information.
- Close the app or browser immediately and do not engage with the scam further.
- Report the scam to your bank or credit card company immediately.
How to Report the Scam
To report the scam, you can contact the following organizations:
| Organization | Contact Information |
|---|---|
| Bank/ Credit Card Company | Call their customer service number and report the scam. |
| Federal Trade Commission (FTC) | Report online at https://www.ftc.gov/complaint or call 1-877-FTC-HELP. |
| Local Law Enforcement | Call the non-emergency number for your local police department and report the scam. |
| FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3) | Report online at https://www.ic3.gov/complaint or call 1-800-CALL-FBI. |
Important Note
Online gambling, including online casinos, is not currently legal in Wisconsin. The Oneida Casino Hotel urges people to be cautious and not participate in any online gambling activities.
“Oneida Casino Hotel does not operate any online gaming or promotional giveaways through Facebook ads. We are working with Meta to remove the counterfeit page and bogus ads, and we ask our customers to report any suspicious activity to the authorities.”
— Oneida Casino Hotel
To protect yourself from scams like this, make sure to verify the authenticity of any online ads or promotions before engaging with them. Also, report any suspicious activity to the relevant authorities immediately.
If you become a victim of this scam, you should contact your bank and/or credit card company to report the incident and seek any necessary assistance. You can also notify local law enforcement and the Federal Trade Commission, which investigates fraud and deceptive business practices. Additionally, report the scam to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, which investigates cyber crimes.
Remember, online safety is everyone’s responsibility.
