Avoid getting caught out by scams
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Beware being caught out by fraudsters and scammers. There are steps you can take to be wiser about scams and report anything you suspect is a scam.
Scams
Scams target people of all ages and backgrounds, and are becoming more and more sophisticated.
People are commonly targeted by email, phone and online.
You can find out more, including a list of recent scams, in the following section:
Report a scam
Many people who are scammed feel they are to blame to falling for it, but it’s not their fault.
Reporting scams is vitally important, as:
- it helps catch fraudsters
- it can help to alert others and prevent them from falling victim
If you have - or know someone who has – been a victim of a scam or fraud, no matter how small, you should report it to:
- the PSNI
- Action Fraud
or
Remember, if it seems too good to be true, it probably is.