To assist in the prevention of identity theft, the Oswego Police Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association (OCPAAA) is a partner with the Rotary Club of Oswego to offer a free shredding service to the community.
The shred event is scheduled for Saturday, June 29, at the Oswego Public Works Facility, 100 Theodore Drive. Starting at 9 a.m., boxes of paper will be accepted until the shred trucks are full, or noon, which ever comes first. The public is encouraged to come early to not miss the opportunity to clear out unwanted, or personal documents.
This event is drive-up only. Three large file boxes full of papers to be shredded are allowed per vehicle. Please have boxes in vehicle trunk. Drivers should enter the west side driveway and remain in their cars. Drivers will be directed out of the area once their boxes are emptied and returned to them.
Important personal documents no longer needed that should be shredded may include charge receipts, copies of credit card applications, insurance forms, physician statements, checks, bank statements, or expired charge cards and credit offers you get in the mail.
Although you cannot fully prevent identity theft you can certainly minimize the possibility of becoming a victim. By managing your personal information wisely, cautiously, and with an awareness of the issue, you can help guard against identity theft.
—Oswego Police Department