Scams

Message from DC 2675 Rachel Roberts, (North Wales Police, Financial Abuse Safeguarding Officer, North Wales )

  1. We have received a number of reports of elderly residents being contacted by telephone from an unknown male offering vitamins for sale to those who have not had their Covid 19 booster. These vitamins are being offered for a high price and it is suspected that they are of no medical value. 
    We advise that residents do not agree to purchase these items and do not pass bank details over the phone. 

  2. We have recently seen an increase in reports of scam text messages targeting parents. 
    The texts claim to be from their adult children asking for money to be sent urgently for various reasons such as the need to pay a debt or bill. A number of residents have lost money because of this scam whilst believing they are helping their children. 
    If you receive ANY unexpected message requesting money or vouchers please make additional checks to confirm the request is genuine. 

Please share this message with friends, family and neighbours who may be vulnerable.

Sarah Hughes