Douglas County warns residents about viral AI-generated…

In August 2026, officials in Douglas County issued a warning regarding a viral AI-generated video that promotes a fraudulent federal property tax relief program. The deceptive content specifically targets older homeowners by claiming that Congress has established a new assistance initiative requiring the submission of a specific request form.

What happened

The video creates a sense of urgency by instructing viewers to contact their county assessor to request a document titled the Senior Homeowner Tax Review Request. According to the Douglas County Assessor’s Office, this program is entirely fabricated. No such federal law, program, or official form exists. The office reported a surge in inquiries from concerned residents, prompting Assessor Toby Damisch to issue a public alert. Officials emphasized that the video appears specifically engineered to mislead seniors and potentially harvest personal information or induce the payment of fraudulent fees. While legitimate property tax relief programs for seniors do exist in Colorado, they operate through established, official channels with clear eligibility requirements. Residents are urged to verify any claims regarding new government tax savings directly through the official Douglas County Assessor’s website or by calling their office, rather than relying on information found in social media videos.