Idaho AG says be careful of scams related to Rigby school shooting

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RIGBY — Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden wants people to be cautious of possible scams related to this month’s shooting at Rigby Middle School.

Victims and their families also need to be cautious if they receive legal representation solicitations about filing lawsuits or joining potential class actions, Wasden said in a news release Thursday. So far, several fundraisers through eastern Idaho have been held to help those impacted and while many people have good intentions, some look to capitalize on tragedy.

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