The Kansas Bureau of Investigation warns against a social security scam and offers tips to avoid them.  The KBI says they are hearing of a scam where the caller provides a badge number and a case number claiming the person's bank accounts and social security number are compromised. They try to convince the person to wire them their remaining money for safekeeping. The caller ID may even show KBI or other legitimate agencies.

The KBI offers some information and advice to this kind of scam. The KBI might make a call related to a case, or to arrange an interview, but it will not be an unexpected call requesting a social security number, date of birth, account number, or other personal information. Never give personal information out, or transfer funds over the phone, unless you initiated the phone call to an agency or service. If a caller is acting suspiciously, it is okay to hang up and look up the number on your account statement, or on a public website to verify its authenticity. If you have been the victim of a scam, report it to the FCC.