DHHS finds influx in EBT fraud, how this impacts a Nebraska SNAP user

Over 130 Nebraska households hit by EBT fraud

HHS said they have been working with Nebraska’s EBT vendor to identify and block two out-of-state retailers in New York and California to prevent criminals from stealing additional EBT funds.

Over 130 Nebraska households hit by EBT fraud; card skimmers found in Lincoln

On Wednesday, HHS said in a news release that the majority of recent fraud cases have occurred in the Lincoln area.

DHHS finds influx in EBT fraud, how this impacts a Nebraska SNAP user

Nebraska DHHS said the department received more than 130 reports of EBT fraud earlier this week.

Taking Preventive Action Against EBT Fraud

In the wake of multiple cases of Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) fraud in Nebraska, the Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) reminds those with EBT cards to take preventive measures to protect their benefits.