NCJ Number
181684
Journal
FBI Law Enforcement Bulletin Volume: 69 Issue: 2 Dated: February 2000 Pages: 20-24
Date Published
February 2000
Length
5 pages
Annotation
This overview of the work of the Financial Crimes Task Force of Southwestern Pennsylvania considers the types of investigations it has conducted, its proactive strategies, equipment and services, and training.
Abstract
Composed of members from a number of Federal and local agencies, the task force investigates a variety of white-collar crimes and takes proactive steps to prevent financial fraud in southwestern Pennsylvania. Task force investigations have involved debit card fraud, credit card fraud, mail theft, counterfeit identification and checks, and international investigations. Proactive strategies include a semiannual newsletter that provides information on the latest financial frauds to over 300 law enforcement agencies in the greater Pittsburgh area. Because of the high number of arrests the task force makes, all members receive warrant service training monthly, using the Postal Inspection Service's building-entry facility. An interactive firearms training system helps members maintain their firearms proficiency. This task force is a model for other metropolitan areas in their efforts to combat white-collar crime. 2 notes