Sykes: The Digital Safety Detective

Welcome to Sykes: The Digital Safety Detective. As a retired detective with 25 years of experience, I break down the scams targeting you every day — Facebook scams, Zelle scams, phishing, email and text scams, phone scams, romance scams, AI and deepfake scams, and online shopping scams. Learn to spot the warning signs before you lose money or personal information.

You'll learn how to recognize scams, protect yourself from identity theft, secure your accounts, improve password security, spot fake messages, protect your privacy, and stay safer online. My goal is simple: help everyday adults understand how scammers operate and give you practical steps to protect yourself and your family.

Subscribe for scam alerts, fraud prevention tips, and cybersecurity advice. Think like a detective. Spot the clues. Stay safe.