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The Latest Breaking News from Action Fraud

Police failing to deal with rising fraud ‘epidemic’, report finds

Just 2 per cent of police funding is used to target fraud, which makes up 40 per cent of crimes

The Independent UK

UK justice system ‘ill-equipped’ for rise in fraud, say MPs

Justice select committee calls Action Fraud ‘unfit for purpose’ as number of victims rises 25% in two years

The Guardian - UK

Urgent warning to all Amazon customers over dangerous fake text message scam

People have been warned of malicious text messages pretending to be from retailer Amazon asking customers to log into their accounts, allowing scammers to access their details

Daily Mirror

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Nottinghamshire Police warning over text messages offering energy bill support

Fraudulent messages should be reported to Action Fraud by forwarding the text to 7726

Nottingham Post

‘Hi mum’ scam that tricks parents into handing over money on WhatsApp

Scammers are impersonating children and targeting parents to send them cash

Evening Standard

Public warned of scam texts about energy bill support scheme

“It is alarming that vulnerable customers are being preyed upon in this way when people are already struggling so much,” said an Ofgem spokesperson

The Independent UK

Scam energy texts warning as fraudsters attempt to cash in on cost of living crisis

Anyone receiving one of the scam texts is asked to forward it to 7726

Wales Online

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Ofgem energy bills rebate scam: How to identify it and protect yourself

An energy text scam is making the round encouraging people to apply for the £400 energy discount scheme. There are some key features to look out for to make sure you don't fall victim.

Edinburgh Live

Warning over energy rebate scam texts ahead of payments this autumn and winter

Most households will be receiving a government rebate over the coming month

Wales Online

Parents warned as 'Hi mum' WhatsApp scam now spreading to text messages

Action Fraud warned that between February and June 2022 it had received 1,235 reports of criminals posing on WhatsApp as loved ones.

Daily Record

Warning to anyone who opens their door to strangers as door-to-door scams on rise

The elderly are often targeted by doorstep scammers

Liverpool Echo

Parents warned that notorious 'Hi mum' WhatsApp scam now spreading to text messages

Earlier this year, Action Fraud warned that between February and June 2022 it had received 1,235 reports of criminals posing on WhatsApp as loved ones in need as they preyed on caring parents

Daily Mirror

The lawless world of crypto scams

Fraudsters took advantage of the hype during the pandemic to prey on individuals — exposing a gaping hole in consumer protections

Financial Times

Parents warned of 'hi mum' WhatsApp scam as it spreads to text messages

The fraudulent messages target mums and dads, with scammers pretending to be their children and asking them to send money in emergency situations

Chronicle Live

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Daily Mirror

Urgent warning over simple 'Hi mum' WhatsApp scam fraudsters using to target parents

Which? says fraudsters are using various platforms, including WhatsApp, to target parents by impersonating their grown-up children - and many people are falling for it

Liverpool Echo

More victims targeted by 'hi mum' message as scam spreads from WhatsApp to text

The scammers target parents by impersonating their normally grown-up children and asking them to send money

Wales Online

'Hi Mum and Dad' scam spreads from WhatsApp to text messages

Criminals impersonating family members, particularly adult children, are now targeting people via text messages

Chronicle Live

The latest scams being used by fraudsters to con people out of their cash or personal details

Fraud prevention experts have given advice on scams such as fake Currys phishing emails, cons targeting students and job offer scams

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Evening Standard

Beware – energy rebate scam email claims to be from Ofgem

The email claims the recipient is due a rebate payment as part of a government scheme

Nottingham Post

Nottinghamshire business impersonated by scammers dealing with 'distraught' customers

One man came from Glasgow to find that what he had ordered did not exist

Glasgow Live

DWP issues National Insurance scam warning as money and information stolen

The Department for Work and Pensions has shared an urgent warning to everyone with a National Insurance number amid a scam that sees criminals steal money and personal information

Liverpool Echo

DWP warning over National Insurance number scam

National Insurance numbers are used to help identify people in Government systems

Chronicle Live

Aldi warns shoppers of 'fraudulent posts' on social media offering £200 gift cards

The supermarket put a message on its Facebook page warning customers not to share any personal details with anyone and to report any issues to Action Fraud

The Independent UK

Warning issued as 73 per cent of people targeted by cost of living scams

TransUnion reveals five tips to try and avoid cost of living scams

Daily Record

DWP issues new National Insurance scam warning to help people quickly spot fake phone calls

A National Insurance number helps identify you on UK and Scottish Government systems.

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