Senior Scam Prevention & Fraud Resources in Oregon
I. Overview: Oregon’s Senior Population & Key Cities
Oregon has an estimated population of 4.3 million as of 2024, with over 880,000 residents aged 65 and older, making up approximately 20.5% of the total population. With one of the fastest-aging populations in the western U.S., Oregon seniors are increasingly targeted by scams including phishing emails, Medicare fraud, fake sweepstakes, tech support hoaxes, and online investment cons.
The top cities with high concentrations of seniors and frequent fraud reports are:
- Portland (approx. 630,000 people)
- Salem (approx. 180,000 people)
- Eugene (approx. 180,000 people)
From urban areas to retirement towns, fraud is a growing concern for older Oregonians. Staying informed and having access to official reporting channels is critical to prevention and response.
II. 2024 Victim Report: How Scammers Targeted Oregon’s Seniors
In 2024, Oregon had 2,288 victims aged 60+ who reported losses totaling $48,116,839.
Loss by Crime Type
| Crime Type | Loss Amount |
| Investment | $16,817,393 |
| Tech Support | $8,080,035 |
| Government Impersonation | $4,240,736 |
| Romance | $9,280,510 |
III. Emergency & Official Contacts
Local Police Departments – Financial & Elder Crimes
1. Portland Police Bureau – Fraud Detail
- Phone: (503) 823-3333 (non-emergency)
- Website: www.portland.gov/police
- Ask for Economic Crimes or Fraud Investigations related to seniors.
2. Salem Police Department – Investigations Division
- Phone: (503) 588-6123 (non-emergency)
- Website: www.cityofsalem.net
- Request assistance reporting elder-targeted scams or financial abuse.
3. Eugene Police Department – Financial Crimes Unit
- Phone: (541) 682-5111 (non-emergency)
- Website: www.eugene-or.gov
- Tip: Ask for assistance with elder financial exploitation or identity theft.
FBI & Federal Reporting
FBI Portland Field Office
- Phone: (503) 224-4181
- Website: www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/portland
Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
- Website: www.ic3.gov
- Use to report phishing, romance scams, fake tech support, and other elder cyber fraud.
Oregon Attorney General – Elder Fraud & Protection
Oregon Department of Justice – Consumer Protection & Elder Abuse Division
- Consumer Hotline: (877) 877-9392
- Website: www.doj.state.or.us
- Provides scam alerts, complaint forms, and legal support for elder fraud victims.
Statewide Elder Services & Medicare Fraud Reporting
Oregon Adult Protective Services (APS)
- To report abuse, neglect, or exploitation:
24/7 Hotline: (855) 503-7233 - Website: www.oregon.gov/dhs
Oregon Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)
- Phone: (877) 926-8300
- Website: www.oregon.gov/dhs
- Assists with detecting and reporting Medicare fraud, billing scams, and identity theft.
Oregon Department of Human Services – Aging and People with Disabilities
- General Info Line: (503) 945-5811
- Website: www.oregon.gov/dhs
- Offers resources for financial protection, legal aid, and elder rights.
Protect Yourself. Report Quickly. Educate Others.
- Oregon seniors report millions in losses annually to scams — many of which are preventable with fast action.
- Save these phone numbers and share them with trusted family, neighbors, or caregivers.
- Visit our Education Center to explore scam examples, prevention tips, and step-by-step reporting guidance.
- If you suspect fraud, speak up. Your report could stop the next scam.
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