Age UK Donation Bag Scam

As previously mentioned it was hoped that these scams would subsist during this current climate particularly. If not from a practical viewpoint, but in a naive hope of these scammers would show some sort of compassion. But no, practically, the scammers can still get out and about. More disappointingly and yes I agree, I am being a bit naive maybe, the scammers carry on relentlessly. With so many trials and tribulations to contend with, any sign of a let up? Unfortunately not. Anyway, here’s the latest. It is regarding an Age UK donation bag scam.

Read the brief message from Cheshire Police below. Thanks for sending it through John.

Age UK Donation Bag Scam

Have a read folks. And may I again request that you spread the word where you can. Many thanks.

Cheshire Police Alert – Age UK Donation Bag Scam 21/04/2020

Dear Resident,

We have had reports of people posing as representatives of Age UK. They have been dropping off donation bags for clothing and arranging for their collection.

We have spoken to Age UK and they have confirmed they have suspended this service during the current COVID 19 situation.

Please stay extra vigilant for this type of scam and report any concerns via our Cheshire Police website or 101. Or call 999 in an emergency.

Kind Regards, Chester LPU.

Message Sent By Beth George (Police, Great Boughton PCSO, Chester LPU)

There you go folks. Short and not so sweet. During this current climate the post has been added to two categories. As it is a Cheshire Police Alert highlighting a potential crime it has been added to my Chester Crimewatch category.

You can see all Chester Crimewatch posts HERE.

Also, as it seems to have come about as a result of the latest coronavirus crisis, it has been posted to the newly created Coronavirus News category as well.

To see all the posts I’ve moved into the Coronavirus News category, click HERE.

Thanks for reading folks.