Identity Theft & Credit Card Fraud

Reporting Identity Theft & Financial Transaction Card Fraud

• Please print out the Fraud Packet (PDF) and complete it before making a police report with the Cottage Grove Police Department.

Identity theft and financial transaction card fraud are two of the fastest growing crimes reported to the police department. To help us assist you in investigating your case or getting you to the right jurisdiction, it is very important that we get as much detailed and organized information as possible from you. Please print, review, and complete the Fraud Packet provided prior to making your report. This will ensure a timelier response to your case by ensuring we have the basic information required to start an investigation.

Find more information on the crimes of Identity Theft or Financial Transaction Card Fraud:

• Financial Transaction Card Fraud - Minnesota Statute 609.821
• Identity Theft - Minnesota Statute 609.527

Helpful Tips for Reporting & Dealing with Identity Theft

• Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI): Resources on internet safety and cyber scams
• Federal Trade Commission (FTC): Offers step-by-step assistance in dealing with Identity Theft
• FTC: Walks you through how to place fraud alerts with the credit reporting companies