Scams

A financial adviser saved his client £150,000 after they came into contact with a sophisticated scam that appeared to be a legitimate Prudential product.

Fraudsters are using authentic looking emails featuring the Home Office logo in order to trick Britons into handing over their bank details.

Lockdown rules which have seen people spend more time online, combined with economic uncertainty, have created “perfect conditions” for fraudsters targeting motorists, according to experts.

Motorists are being warned to be vigilant against scammers and fraudsters during tightening lockdown measures.

If you see emails or texts about coronavirus from someone you don’t know, or from an unusual email address, don’t click on any links or buy anything.

The Charity Commission is warning trustees and donors to strengthen their defences as it fears the pandemic has created environments that are enabling charity fraud.

Once again, my mundane routine of daily atrocities (housework) was interrupted by the landline telephone. A pleasant female voice began to speak.

Phishing emails are being sent out, claiming to be from HM Courts & Tribunals Service.

Fraudsters are targeting coronavirus support schemes

Four men have appeared in court charged over several fraud offences in Stone.