Fraud Advice

How to protect yourself

Be extremely wary about giving money to anyone upfront, especially a stranger, for any reason.
If they claim to be an official, double check their identity, but don’t do so using any contact details they give you.
Don’t be pressurised into making a decision in that moment. Always take time to think, don’t forget to Take 5.
REMEMBER – Criminals will try any lie to get your money
CAUTION – Don’t give money upfront if you have even the slightest suspicion
THINK – Why should I give this person money? Why have they targeted me?
Remember:
Your bank, the police, or tax office will never ask you to attend your bank, withdraw, transfer or pay money over the phone or send couriers to collect your card or cash. Nor would they ask you to buy goods or vouchers.
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Always report; scams, fraud and cyber-crime to Action Fraud, either online at www.actionfraud.police.uk or by telephone on 0300 123 2040.
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