Computer With Info On Colo. Human Services Dept. Clients Stolen

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A computer containing personal information of some clients of the
Colorado Department of Human Services was stolen from a Dallas-based
firm that operates the Family Registry.

The desktop computer, which was stolen during the weekend of Oct. 13,
had data on clients who were involved with child support payments. It
was stored in a secure area monitored by surveillance cameras
accessible only by password, said Dallas-based Affiliated Computer
Services Inc.

Company spokesman Kevin Lightfoot said letters were sent to the
clients about the theft and advised on how to protect their
information.

There was no evidence of identity theft or an intent to do so, he said.

Department spokeswoman Liz McDonough did not say how many clients
could be affected and where the theft occurred, citing the cases
involves child support.

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