FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
January 8, 2010

CONTACT: ADAM CIRUCCI     
PHONE: 610-692-2112     
acirucci@pasenate.com 

WEST CHESTER (January 8) - State Senator Andy Dinniman invited residents and senior citizens to attend a special Identity Theft Prevention Event set for Wednesday, January 13 from 12:45 p.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Phoenixville Senior Center.

“Identity theft is a serious crime, and one that often targets senior citizens. People whose identities have been stolen can spend months or years - and thousands of dollars - cleaning up the mess made by thieves,” Dinniman said. “I encourage residents to attend this upcoming information session for helpful tips on how to prevent becoming a victim.”

The event is organized by the Pennsylvania Department of Insurance’s Office of the Consumer Liaison. It will feature important information on:

• The different ways identity theft occurs;
• How thieves use your information;
• The option of identity theft insurance; and
• What to do if your identity is stolen.

The Phoenixville Senior Center is located at 153 Church Street in Phoenixville.

For more information on the program or to request a guide on protecting yourself against identity theft, call Senator Dinniman’s office at 610-692-2112 or e-mail acirucci@pasenate.com.

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