Scam Alert: Fraudulent “Free Athletic Shoes” Messages Targeting Veterans

VA Bedford Healthcare System in blue text accompanied by Department of Veterans Affairs seal with an eagle in the middle on blue background.

VA is aware of a fraudulent message circulating that falsely claims Veterans can receive free athletic shoes from VA. This message is not from VA.

Scammers are using this tactic in an attempt to collect personal information and potentially steal identities.

If you received this message:

Veterans and community members are encouraged to report suspected fraud to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) at: https://reportfraud.ftc.gov/

Please share this information to help protect Veterans nationwide.

Sent to Minuty@podam.pl on behalf of US Department of Veterans Affairs
Veterans Health Administration · 810 Vermont Avenue, NW · Washington, DC 20420 · 877-222-VETS (877-222-8387)