Cyber crime monitor Action Fraud said fake TV licence emails regarding payment issues had been sent out to try to collect bank details. The emails use headlines such as "correct your licensing information" and "your TV licence expires today" in an attempt to convince people to click on the link in the email.
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Cheshire Police Notice:
We are currently making a concerted effort to direct members of the public to alternative methods of contact, to ensure that 101 is used just for crime. From the Cheshire Police web site you can:
Face to Face – encouraging people to visit local stations/helpdesks or attend a local PCSO surgery.
General Enquiries
Contact an Officer - for anyone wishing to speak to a named officer allocated to their incident, and is useful for when officers are not on duty.
Incident Updates
Speeding Issues
Social Media – General concerns can be raised to any of the Cyberbeat accounts (Facebook and Twitter), though recordable incidents or crimes ought to be directed through the other channels.
And of course any member of the public or council can contact me at this email address….
PCSO Deborah Netherton
PCSO Deborah Netherton can be contacted by email, but in an emergency please use 101 or 999.
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| Tips to prevent fraud 1.Do not give any personal information (name, address, bank details, email or phone number) to organisations or people before verifying they are who they say they are. 2.Many frauds start with an email. Remember that financial institutions and banks will not email asking you to confirm your bank details by clicking a link. Always question whether an email could be bogus. 3.Destroy and preferably shred receipts with your card details on and post with your name and address on. Identity fraudsters don't need much information in order to be able to clone your identity. 4.If you have been a victim of fraud, be aware of fraud recovery fraud. This is when fraudsters pretend to be a lawyer or a law enforcement officer and tell you they can help you recover the money you've already lost. Common forms of Fraud: Phishing emails Phishing is a method criminals use to steal your identity. Usually these types of scams are sent via email and direct you to websites where you are asked to supply personal data or account information. Be wary of any emails asking for personal information. Spoofing A ‘spoofing’ scam involves redirecting the user to a duplicated website, with the intention of stealing their personal information. For example, a fake online banking website made to look like the authentic site (including logos, colour and text) would allow scammers access to your bank details. Be wary of any emails or websites asking for bank details. Viruses and spyware Viruses and spyware are when criminals attack your computer and try to steal personal information such as usernames and passwords. Scareware Rogue security software, also known as ‘scareware’ is the method of luring a user into downloading fake anti-virus software. Online auction scams Online auction scams (eBay, Gumtree, Buy or Sell Facebook groups etc.) are where the seller asks you to pay by money transfer or direct to their bank account and bypass the sites' own payment channels. Reporting Fraud If you're a victim of fraud that is a crime in progress and you need an immediate police response dial 999. If it is a non-emergency situation, Call Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040. You can also report fraud or find further advice and information on the Action Fraud website.  |
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 Criminals are targeting members of the public with automated calls stating that the recipient has been charged for an Amazon Prime subscription.•Victims are receiving automated calls stating they’ve been charged for an Amazon Prime subscription •They are connected to a scammer posing as an Amazon worker when they try to cancel the subscription •Since the start of September, Action Fraud has received 200 reports from people who have lost money to the scam Read more: Amazon Telephone Scam 27/10/2019
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