Dec 18, 2020 As the COVID-19 pandemic forces people to make adjustments to their lives, online outlets are preparing for an increase in virtual holiday shopping this year. Online shopping presents identity thieves with increased opportunities to steal personal data, and AAA East Central recommends holiday shoppers be especially cautious and take steps to protect themselves this season. “Identity theft is one of the fastest growing crimes, and shopping online can increase your chances of having your information stolen,” said Dan Flynn, manager of financial services, AAA East Central. “S...