Identity Theft And The IRS

The cyber thieves are at it in a new way, tax fraud with stolen identities.
They file federal returns with small amounts of wages and high deductions and withholdings and get refunds.

As prevention measure you may apply for an identity protection PIN
www.irs.gov/identity-theft-fraud-scams/get-an-identity-protection-pin

If you have a confirmed case of identity theft, for more information please see the IRS website
www.irs.gov/newsroom/taxpayer-guide-to-identity-theft