Since 1989, Seniors vs. Crime has been a unique and effective group of advocates for Florida's seniors. The Seniors vs. Crime project, sponsored by the Office of the Attorney General, allows consumer-conscious seniors to be actively involved in protecting their communities and their fellow seniors from becoming victims of consumer fraud. Volunteers, known as Senior Sleuths, investigate and attempt to resolve complaints they receive from seniors in the local community, often assist the Attorney General's Consumer Protection Division and local law enforcement as requested, and help educate the public about the program as well as common scams that typically target seniors. These dedicated citizens are responsible for recovering millions of dollars for seniors as well as small businesses victimized by scams, all at no cost to the consumer.
