New York, April 19 -- Since tax documents contain some of the most identifying information, AARP New York and state Attorney General Letitia James on April 18, 2024, launched the first of a statewide series of free shredding events at the Boys and Girls Republic at the Henry Street Settlement in Manhattan.

Fight fraud. Shred it! includes 33 paper-shredding events beginning around the state to help New Yorkers safely dispose of their outdated personal papers.

The events continue throughout New York State until May 18, 2024, to coincide with spring cleaning and after taxes are filed.

"We are committed to offering these free opportunities so that New Yorkers will feel empowered to fight back against criminals, who grow more and more sophi...