⚠️No police officer will ever ask you for money ⚠️

⚠️No police officer will ever ask you for money ⚠️

If someone claiming to be a police officer asks you for money, hang up and report it. It's a scam.

We're reminding residents to stay vigilant after recent courier fraud incidents where victims have been conned out of thousands of pounds.

Courier fraud typically starts with a phone call from someone claiming to be a police officer, bank employee, or another official. Their story can sound convincing, and they may spend a long-time building trust before asking for personal or financial information.

Scammers often persuade victims to reveal PIN numbers and bank card details, withdraw cash, or buy high-value items. They then arrange for a "courier" to collect the money or goods.

Recent reports have been received across Herefordshire, Shropshire and Worcestershire. In many cases, fraudsters have falsely claimed to be calling from the Metropolitan Police or Holborn Police Station. Older people are often targeted.

Our message is simple: no police officer will ever ask you for money, your bank card, your PIN, or for valuables to be handed over for safekeeping.

Please take a few minutes to check in with older relatives, friends and neighbours who may be less aware of this scam. A simple conversation could help prevent someone from becoming a victim.

These offences are being tackled as part of Operation Prospero, West Mercia Police's work to identify and stop criminals who pose as police officers, alongside national partners including Report Fraud.

You can find out more about courier fraud here.

If you have been contacted by someone claiming to be a police officer and you're unsure whether they're genuine, trust your instincts and end the call. Report it by calling 101 or via our website. In an emergency, always call 999.