Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer posted a video about the potential scams as part of his Message From Mike series. (photo courtesy of the Los Angeles City Attorney’s Office)

Los Angeles City Attorney Mike Feuer is warning the public to beware of COVID-19 vaccination scams.

“While the arrival of a COVID-19 vaccine is terrific news, it won’t be available on a widespread basis until late spring or early summer,” Feuer said. “In the meantime, there will be a wait, and that is an opportunity for scammers to try to sell you fake vaccines that are ineffective at best, and dangerous at worst.”

Feuer has posted a video message warning people about potential scams. He also asked residents to spread the message to older members of the population.

“If you get a call or a text or an email, or even someone knocking on your door claiming they can give you early access to the vaccine or that they know someone who can, that’s a scam,” Feuer said. “Don’t pay for the promise of access to the vaccine or share your personal information. Instead, report the scam to the FTC or contact our office at lacityattorney.org. Fake vaccines which haven’t undergone testing or clinical trials could make you sick, so please be on guard.”

To watch the video message, visit youtube.com/watch?v=E9admws_nRc&feature=youtu.be. For information, visit lacityattorney.org.