Scams

Nearly 21% of Shopify (SHOP) stores pose a fraud risk to their customers, according to new analysis by e-commerce authentication service Fakespot.

Police have said: “We have had a number of reports of a fake DPD phishing email which states that the recipient has missed two attempted deliveries of a parcel and to follow a link to rearrange delivery

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It comes after the force received several complaints of fraud in Anglesey and Gwynedd after money was transferred by victims in anticipation of delivery of Playstation 5 consoles

A woman has been arrested in connection with a reported scam in the Kendal area, asking people to donate money and gifts.

As millions shop online for Christmas, they are being targeted by fraudsters sending scam texts and emails that claim to be from the courier service DPD or Royal Mail, saying they are unable to deliver an item.

AN INVERKEITHING removals firm lost £12,000 in a phone scam and one of those involved in the crime has now been jailed.

Scammers are trying to fool vulnerable people with calls and text messages asking people to respond if they want the covid vaccine.

As part of Operation Galaxy, the force are warning people to be cautious when shopping in the festive period and telling people about some of the best ways to avoid potential cons and scams.

UK Finance is warning consumers to be vigilant against criminals looking to defraud them by posing as parcel delivery companies, as more people across the country are expected to shop online this Christmas than ever before.

‘Three Wise Warnings’ for consumers to look out for this Christmas as fraudsters attempt to steal two-thirds of average gift spend.