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Identity theft can happen to anyone. Just today, it was reported that Barclays bank chairman Marcus Agius fell victim to an imposter who sweet-talked shout center staff into issuing a credit card in Agius’ name. The thief is thought to have researched Agius online, looking up personal data that allowed him to present a credible story to bank employees. When he received the newly issued credit card, he walked into a Barclays branch and withdrew 10,000 pounds (about $15,000 US). Ill-gotten gains in hand, the fraudster simply walked away.

The incident has led Barclays to review its safety measure procedures. But they’re not

alone; some speculate that the same professional thief, or his conman cohorts, could be behind a rash of identity thefts at other leading UK banks.

Now consider the young couple in Texas who found out that someone had stolen their two year old son’s identity and used it to open lines of credit, purchase a home, and turn on utilities. From the great to the small, anyone can be a target of identity theft. manufacture certain you guard your personal data, and take advantage of additional defense measures offered by your credit card company.

Orginal post by janna

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