Senior Scam Prevention and Fraud Resources in Nebraska

I. Overview: Nebraska’s Senior Population and Key Cities

State of Nebraska

As of 2024, Nebraska has a population of approximately 1.96 million, with more than 330,000 residents aged 65 and older, making up roughly 17% of the state’s population. With its combination of small towns, farming communities, and growing urban centers, Nebraska’s senior population is increasingly targeted by a wide range of scams.

Scammers often use Medicare fraud, romance hoaxes, IRS and Social Security impersonation, tech support schemes, and prize scams to reach older adults, especially those living independently or in rural areas. Education and timely reporting can significantly reduce both financial loss and emotional distress.

The top three cities where elder fraud and scams are most often reported include:

  • Omaha (approx. 500,000 people)
  • Lincoln (approx. 295,000 people)
  • Bellevue (approx. 65,000 people)

II. 2024 Victim Report: How Scammers Targeted Nebraska’s Seniors

In 2024, Nebraska had 551 victims aged 60+ who reported losses totaling $21,414,248.

Loss by Crime Type

Crime TypeLoss Amount
Investment$10,451,810
Tech Support$3,272,174
Government Impersonation$335,847
Romance$1,031,245

III. Emergency and Official Contacts

 Local Police Departments – Elder Fraud and Financial Crimes

1. Omaha Police Department – Financial Crimes Unit

  • Phone: (402) 444-5600 (non-emergency)
  • Website: www.omahapolice.gov
  • Ask for the Financial Crimes or Fraud Division to report scams or suspicious financial activity.

2. Lincoln Police Department – Investigations Division

  • Phone: (402) 441-6000 (non-emergency)
  • Website: www.lincoln.ne.gov
  • Handles reports of elder abuse, identity theft, and financial fraud.

3. Bellevue Police Department – General Inquiries

  • Phone: (402) 293-3100 (non-emergency)
  • Website: www.bellevue.net
  • Contact for scam complaints or elder financial exploitation cases.

 FBI and Federal Scam Reporting

FBI Omaha Field Office

  • Phone: (402) 493-8688
  • Website: www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/omaha

Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)

  • Website: www.ic3.gov
  • Use to report phishing, digital scams, tech support fraud, and other cybercrimes.

 Nebraska Attorney General – Elder Fraud and Consumer Protection

Office of the Nebraska Attorney General – Consumer Affairs

  • Consumer Protection Hotline: (800) 727-6432
  • Website: www.ag.nebraska.gov
  • Offers scam alerts, complaint forms, and assistance for victims of elder fraud.

 Statewide Elder Services and Medicare Fraud Support

Nebraska Adult Protective Services (APS)

  • APS Reporting Line: (800) 652-1999
  • Website: dhhs.ne.gov
  • Investigates reports of elder abuse, neglect, and financial exploitation.

Nebraska Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)

  • Phone: (800) 234-7119
  • Website: nebraskamedicarefraud.org
  • Helps seniors recognize and report Medicare scams, overbilling, and identity theft.

Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services – Aging Services

  • General Info Line: (402) 471-2307
  • Website: dhhs.ne.gov
  • Provides support for legal assistance, fraud prevention, caregiver services, and elder rights.

 Awareness Saves Money. Report Early.

  • Nebraska seniors lose millions annually to scams ,  from fake government calls to deceptive sweepstakes and tech fraud.
  • The best protection is awareness, connection, and knowing who to call.
  • Visit our Education Center to learn how scams work, what to watch for, and how to respond safely.
  • If something doesn’t feel right, pause, ask questions, and talk to someone you trust.
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