Beware scams, protect yourself and your loved ones
It’s a sad fact that even in the midst of the Coronavirus pandemic, scammers are still active and finding new ways to prey on people of all ages, incomes and backgrounds.
Older, vulnerable people are particularly susceptible as well as those who are very trusting and easily persuaded to take a risk. A third of scam victims fall for a second scam within 12 months.
What is a scam?
Scams are when criminals use lies and deceit to fool you into parting with your cash. You usually get nothing in return and lose your money. As scams are getting more sophisticated and difficult to spot, it’s important to know what to look for.
Please be aware and make others aware.
Follow the links below to find out more, especially how to protect yourself from falling victim to a scammer.
Scamwiseni (government site)
The Take Five anti–fraud campaign (led by Financial Fraud Action UK Ltd)