The Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office is warning the public about a scam involving callers who claim to represent the Social Security Administration, Medicare, Medicaid or Medi-Cal and offer call recipients free devices such as medical alert alarms, back support braces and motorized scooters and chairs.

Known by law enforcement as Free Medical Device Scams, the caller commonly requests personal information so the call recipients can receive the free products. The perpetrator often uses the personal information to steal a victim’s identity.

People are warned to never give out personal information, credit card information or bank account information over the phone.

For information, visit da.lacounty.gov.