Action Fraud Scam Alert
Sadly these scammers just don’t give in do they. Luckily we have super sleuth, John from Blacon, to keep on top of the latest scam alerts to give us fair warning. This Action Fraud Scam Alert has an impact with Universal Credit awards.
Have a look at this Action Fraud Scam Alert and take heed.
Action Fraud Scam Alert
Here’s the alert that John sent me. Thanks again, John.
“Action Fraud has received 63 reports about a scam in which fraudsters target people with offers of “low cost” loans or “free” government grants. What the victims aren’t told is that the money they’ll receive is actually an advance payment for Universal Credit.
The criminals use the personal information they’ve obtain under false pretences to make an application in the victim’s name. After the fraudsters have taken their “fee” from the advance payment, the victim is then left to pay back the total amount once their repayments begin.
How You Can Protect Yourself:
Never share your personal or financial information with someone you don’t know and trust, especially if it’s in response to an offer of “free money” or a “free grant”.
Department for Work & Pensions (DWP) staff will never approach you in the street or ask for your personal/financial details over social media. If you have concerns about your benefits, you should visit www.gov.uk/contact-jobcentre-plus
If you suspect your identity may have been stolen, you can check your credit rating quickly and easily online. You should do this every few months anyway, using a reputable service provider and following up on any unexpected or suspicious results.
Message Sent By Action Fraud (Action Fraud, Administrator, National) 0300 123 2040”
Action Fraud Scam Alert-Stay Vigilant
In all these scam alerts there is an overriding message, or messages. If in doubt don’t respond. Don’t click on any links in any email message. In short, ignore these messages and report them if you can. Wherever possible, make others aware. Especially those that are more vulnerable and maybe a bit more trusting of others.
Thanks John – keep them coming mate.
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