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title: Former Con Man Frank Abagnale Explains How to Spot Scams
description: They say crime doesn't pay, but Frank Abagnale may be the exception to the rule. During his legendary career as a con man, Abagnale posed as a Pan Am pilot, a doctor, a lawyer, and a college professor — all before he turned 21. After his check-kiting scheme inevitably fell apart, Abagnale helped the FBI investigate check fraud before beginning a legitimate career as a security consultant. In this video, he explains how to spot the red flags that pop up in every scam attempt.
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May 27, 2021

# Former Con Man Frank Abagnale Explains How to Spot Scams

They say crime doesn't pay, but Frank Abagnale may be the exception to the rule. During his...

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They say crime doesn't pay, but Frank Abagnale may be the exception to the rule. During his legendary career as a con man, Abagnale posed as a Pan Am pilot, a doctor, a lawyer, and a college professor — all before he turned 21. After his check-kiting scheme inevitably fell apart, Abagnale helped the FBI investigate check fraud before beginning a legitimate career as a security consultant. In this video, he explains how to spot the red flags that pop up in every scam attempt.

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