**Identity Theft Skyrockets 70% for Seniors, FBI Reports**

Losses from identity theft for Americans aged 60 and older jumped dramatically last year. A new FBI report shows these losses surged by 70%. The total stolen reached $48.5 million. Identity theft is a crime where someone illegally uses another person's personal information. Criminals use this data to steal money or commit fraud. The data comes from the FBI's annual Internet Crime Report. It details complaints made to the agency. The sharp increase highlights the growing threat older adults face from online criminals. Experts often cite this group as a frequent target for scams.