Senior Scam Prevention & Fraud Resources in Oklahoma
I. Overview: Oklahoma’s Senior Population & Key Cities
As of 2024, Oklahoma has a population of approximately 4 million, with over 700,000 residents aged 65 and older, making up about 17.5% of the state’s total population. Older Oklahomans are often targeted by scammers through robocalls, Medicare fraud, online investment scams, romance fraud, and tech support hoaxes.
The state’s largest cities — where many older adults live and scams are frequently reported — include:
- Oklahoma City (approx. 700,000 people)
- Tulsa (approx. 410,000 people)
- Norman (approx. 130,000 people)
Fraudsters often target seniors based on trust, isolation, and confusion about online services. Direct access to local and federal support is essential for early intervention and recovery.
II. 2024 Victim Report: How Scammers Targeted Oklahoma’s Seniors
In 2024, Oklahoma had 1,858 victims aged 60+ who reported losses totaling $50,203,394.
Loss by Crime Type
| Crime Type | Loss Amount |
| Investment | $8,274,433 |
| Tech Support | $4,791,411 |
| Government Impersonation | $1,045,810 |
| Romance | $3,355,651 |
III. Emergency & Official Contacts
Local Police Departments – Elder Fraud & Financial Crimes
1. Oklahoma City Police Department – Investigations Division
- Phone: (405) 231-2121 (non-emergency)
- Website: www.okc.gov/departments/police
- Ask for Economic Crimes or Fraud Reporting Assistance.
2. Tulsa Police Department – Financial Crimes Unit
- Phone: (918) 596-9222 (non-emergency)
- Website: www.tulsapolice.org
- Report elder scams, ID theft, or suspicious calls targeting older adults.
3. Norman Police Department – Investigations
- Phone: (405) 321-1444 (non-emergency)
- Website: www.normanok.gov
- Request help for suspected elder fraud or financial exploitation.
FBI & Federal Scam Reporting
FBI Oklahoma City Field Office
- Phone: (405) 290-7770
- Website: www.fbi.gov/contact-us/field-offices/oklahomacity
Internet Crime Complaint Center (IC3)
- Website: www.ic3.gov
- Report phishing, tech support fraud, investment scams, and other cybercrimes against seniors.
Oklahoma Attorney General – Elder Fraud & Consumer Protection
Office of the Oklahoma Attorney General – Consumer Protection Unit
- Consumer Fraud Hotline: (833) 681-1895
- Website: www.oag.ok.gov
- Handles senior fraud complaints, scam alerts, and restitution assistance.
Statewide Elder Support & Medicare Fraud Services
Oklahoma Adult Protective Services (APS)
- 24/7 Abuse & Exploitation Hotline: (800) 522-3511
- Website: www.okdhs.org
- Investigates cases of elder abuse, neglect, or financial exploitation.
Oklahoma Senior Medicare Patrol (SMP)
- Phone: (800) 763-2828
- Website: www.oklahomaagingpartners.org
- Helps seniors detect and report Medicare fraud, billing errors, and identity theft.
Oklahoma Human Services – Aging Services Division
- Aging Help Line: (800) 211-2116
- Website: oklahoma.gov/okdhs/services/aging.html
- Connects older adults with protective services, elder rights assistance, and fraud prevention programs.
Protect Yourself. Stay Informed. Report Early.
- Oklahoma seniors lose millions of dollars annually to fraud — often because scams go unreported.
- Save and share these phone numbers with loved ones, churches, and senior centers.
- Visit our Education Center to explore red flags, example scams, and step-by-step reporting guides.
- If something feels wrong, stop. Verify. Report. You are not alone.
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