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WARNING OVER HOAX POLICE CALL SCAM

Police have renewed a warning over fraudsters posing as police officers, following a new spate of phone calls - 4 women from Huntingdonshire were the latest victims after they were targetted on 3 November.

They were all called by men claiming to be police officers from Hammersmith and Croydon police stations.  One victim was told that a male in custody had given her address, and another was asked to give her card details, as they had been cloned.

After becoming suspicious, one victim contacted the Metropolitan Police, who confirmed that the given name and collar number did not exist.  But in no case had money been taken from the victims' accounts.

Detective Inspector Jamie Stenton explained:

'We are working hard to find out who is committing these crimes, but we’re also keen to prevent any further people becoming victims.  I would urge everyone to speak to anyone who is vulnerable, relatives or neighbours and remind them not to trust anyone over the phone, without checking their legitimacy first.  They should also never give any bank cards, cash or valuables to anyone at the door, even if they say they are from your bank or the police.  The fraudsters can be very persuasive and often victims don’t realise they have been scammed.  Always make sure you have ended such a call before dialling 999.'

To report an incident in action, always call 999; if it is after the event, call Action Fraud on 0300 1232040.

For more advice, see Cambs Police HQ

 

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