Criminals are targeting families' Lone Star Card SNAP benefits, resulting in drained accounts. Many families have reported this issue, contacting KFDM through calls and emails.
These incidents are part of a larger problem, as fraud is a significant concern. Texas is dealing with a substantial fraud problem, totaling $5 billion.
For more information on this issue, including the specifics of the scams and the affected families, further details are available from the source.
Local
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schools
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schools
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government
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safety
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News
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safety
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