May 24, 2022 | Fraud
New warning issued as reports of holiday fraud skyrockets by more than 120% As travel restrictions become more relaxed, Action Fraud, the national reporting centre for fraud and cybercrime, is warning the public to remain vigilant against holiday fraud when booking...
May 18, 2022 | Fraud
The son of a victim of courier fraud is urging carers, family and friends of vulnerable people to be on their guard to help prevent their loved ones being exploited by fraudsters. The warning comes as a new list of tactics used by courier fraudsters has been unveiled...
May 26, 2021 | Fraud
Figures released by the City of London Police show criminals continue to use popular social media apps to advertise investment scams and contact potential victims. Over £63m was lost nationally by victims of investment fraud who referred to a social media platform in...
Mar 24, 2021 | Fraud
Data from the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) at the City of London Police has revealed that over £373million was lost by repeat victims of fraud in the financial year 2019/20, with the average repeat victim losing £21,121. However, when someone was...
Mar 10, 2021 | Fraud
Money mule recruiters are targeting those looking for work or to earn easy money during the pandemic, by posting fake adverts on jobs websites and social media. Figures reveal there were over 17,000 suspected money mule cases involving 21-30 year olds in 2020, up...
Mar 9, 2021 | Fraud
The NHS will begin texting people today inviting them to book their life saving Covid jab, making it quicker and more convenient to get an appointment. Almost 400,000 people aged 55 and over and 40,000 unpaid carers will be the first to get a text alert inviting...
