Charlottesville DSS Issues Alert About EBT Card Scam Messages
The Department of Social Services (DSS) in Charlottesville has issued an alert regarding scam messages that are targeting users of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards.
Charlottesville, VA, October 21, 2026 —
The Department of Social Services (DSS) in Charlottesville has issued an alert about scam messages targeting users of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards.
The information provided about the alert does not describe what the messages say, how they are delivered or what action they ask recipients to take. It also does not specify when the alert was issued, how many people may have received the messages, or whether anyone reported losing benefits or sharing personal information.
No details were provided about steps DSS recommends for people who receive a message, how they can verify whether a communication is legitimate, or where they can report suspected fraud. The alert’s specific guidance, if any, was not included in the available summary.
The notice identifies EBT card users as the people being targeted, but does not name a sender, website, phone number or other suspected source. It also does not say whether the messages refer to account access, card replacement or another subject. Those details cannot be established from the information provided.
The alert is the only confirmed development in the summary. Without further details, the scope of the messaging and any response by DSS remain unclear. The information provided does not say whether the department has issued follow-up notices or whether any investigation is underway.
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