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Scam Alert


⚠️ SCAM ALERT⚠️ 
We have been made aware of  text messages that are being sent out stating: 
"You have not yet claimed your living allowance 2023 - 2024 your entitlement will be held for one week, this is a final reminder"

If you receive any text messages like these, here is what to do:
🔴   Don't text back or call the number the message has been sent from.
🔴  Don't give out any personal or bank details. 
🔴  Call the company they claim to be  from, to check if it is a scam. 
🔴  Don't click on any links that are in the text messages. 
🔴  Copy the message and forward it to 7726 (SPAM). This helps your network provider spot and block similar messages in the future.
🔴  Make your Family and friends aware.

If you are concerned that you or a family member has been a victim of a scam or fraud then please contact 101. 
 


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Message Sent By
Lisa Calvert
(Police, PCSO, Chesterfield)

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