TCT Federal Credit Union will host a Community Shred Event on Saturday, November 14thfrom 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon. TCT is offering this shred service free of charge at its 4 Hunter Brook Lane branch in Queensbury. Local residents are invited to bring their personally-identifying documents for secure, onsite shredding. Event may end earlier than scheduled if shred truck fills to capacity.
Properly disposing of personal documents is one way for people to protect themselves from identity theft. “Identity theft can destroy your credit and your good name,” said Curt Cecala, TCT’s CEO. “But through a few simple precautions, members can help protect their information and their identity.”
Donations of non-perishable food items and personal care items such as soap and hand sanitizer will be collected in exchange for the free shredding service. Items will be donated to the Queensbury Methodist Church located on Aviation Road.
A mobile shred truck will be on hand to destroy documents onsite. People will be able to watch their documents being shredded through the truck's videomonitor. Items with staples and paperclips can be shredded.Metal binder clips, binders and photographs will not be accepted. Computers and electronics containing confidential information will not be accepted.
For more information on how to prevent or report identity theft, visit: www.ftc.gov/idtheftFor more information on TCT Federal Credit Union community events, visit: www.tctfcu.org/shred