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Latest Scams as reported by Which.


Latest Scams as reported by Which.

 

Hello Resident

If you have concerns about scams and how to prevent them, please see the below articles provided by Which concerning some of the latest methods used by scammers. 

 

QR code scam warning

QR codes are a common sight in restaurants, pubs and car parks. But scammers are still hijacking them to set subscription traps. 

After scanning a dodgy code, people find they've been charged for subscriptions they didn't sign up for, by companies they've never heard of. Take a look at recent traps we've seen and use our five tips to scan QR codes safely

QR codes are still being hijacked to set subscription traps and scams - Which? News

Beware fake Amazon calls and emails 

Amazon has issued a warning about dodgy calls and emails targeting shoppers. 

From Amazon Prime membership expiry messages, callers impersonating the online retailer and fake customer survey emails, find out the latest tactics being used by scammers

Beware of fake Amazon calls and emails - Which? News

Trending: Microsoft and NatWest scams

Our scam tracker is always kept up to date with the latest trending scams you should be aware of. 

This month, watch out for a Microsoft impersonation email and a nasty NatWest scam that's doing the rounds

The latest scam alerts from Which? - Which? News

 

Get help or report a scam

If you think you’ve uncovered a scam, been targeted by a scam or fallen victim to fraudsters, contact Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or at Action Fraud.

Call us on 101 if you know the suspect or they’re still in the area.

Reporting crime, including fraud, is important. If you don’t tell the authorities, how do they know it’s happened and how can they do anything about it?

Remember that if you’re a victim of a scam or an attempted scam, however minor, there may be hundreds or thousands of others in a similar position. Your information may form part of one big jigsaw and be vital to completing the picture.

Do you need to speak to the police but don’t require an emergency response?

You can make an online report via our website https://www.south-wales.police.uk, send us a private message via Live Chat, or call 101. In an emergency always dial 999.

 


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