Identity Theft cases related to Comcast/Xfinity accounts ![](/static/Citizen-24_02_1/img/public/msg_expiration.png)
A recent number of "Identity Theft" incidents have been involving residents where someone has opened Comcast/Xfinity using their information.
There are a number of steps you can take immediately:
1. File A Police Report. This will be required by Comcast/Xfinity.
2. Visit the website for all the instructions on how to proceed with Comcast/Xfinity. http://www.xfinity.com/fraudclaimform
3. Download and print the Identity Theft Affidavit. Please follow all the instructions.
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/pdf-0094-identity-theft-affidavit.pdf
4. The last step is very important also. Make sure you take several steps to ensure you review your credit and follow the steps in "TAKING CHARGE: WHAT TO DO IF YOUR IDENTITY IS STOLEN."
https://www.consumer.ftc.gov/articles/pdf-0009-taking-charge.pdf
It is absolutely important that you follow the steps in Step 4 as it will take you from A-Z as to how to ensure you attack the problem before the criminals use your identity to purchase other things.
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Address/Location
BENSENVILLE POLICE
345 East Green Street
Bensenville, IL 60106
Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 630-350-3455