Fraud Alerts

Be on the lookout. Scammers are always looking for new ways to take advantage of consumers, which is why it’s important to remain vigilant whenever you’re online. 

Never share your bank login user ID or password with anyone and call our Priority Service team at 1.800.788.4578 if something is suspicious.






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Current fraud alerts.

10/20/2026: PPP Loan Fraud

Fraudsters are using the government-published public records of customers who received PPP loans to try and scam businesses. The fraudsters are contacting people on the list, claiming to be from local law enforcement, saying that you have missed a court date or that your loan was not fully forgiven and that you have received a fine. The scammers pressure victims into wiring funds at once to avoid further penalty.

If you receive a call, text, or email like this, please hang up and call Priority Service at 800.788.4578.

Stay safe and be on the lookout.

Scammers are always looking for new ways to take advantage of consumers, which is why it’s important to remain vigilant whenever you’re online. Some of the best ways to protect yourself online include never sharing your user ID or password with anyone else, not using public computers to do your banking, and not clicking on links in unrecognized emails. Discover tips and ways of protecting yourself from fraudsters and scammers.
 
Remember, Washington Trust Bank will never ask for sensitive account information such as your username and password.







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Report fraud.

Call Priority Service at 800.788.4578

Block a debit or credit card.

Call Priority Service at 800.788.4578 and follow the prompts to Card Services to block your card. You can suspend your debit card or report it as lost or stolen by logging into WTB Online or Business Digital Banking.

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