Oak Park Police Warn Of Recent Identity Theft Cases

OAK PARK, IL — The Oak Park Police Department warns residents of dozens of recent identity theft reports.

According to the police department, police recently received an increase in cases of identity thefts, specifically involving dozens of residents who've reported they were the victim of fraudulent unemployment insurance claims made in their name with the Illinois Department of Employment Security (IDES).

Police added that if you’ve received a debit card or an unemployment insurance finding letter and did not file for benefits, or if your employer notifies you that an unnecessary claim has been filed, you should contact IDES to promptly report it.

Police said you can file a report online or by calling 800-814-0513. For more tips on how to safeguard your identity, visit oak-park.us/identitytheft.