Telephone scam warning

Telephone scam warning

Police alert scam

Dear residents,

Report Fraud is urging the public to stay alert to telephone scams that spoof Caller ID, following a rise in reports of fraudsters posing as police officers.

How to protect yourself

Remember that genuine service providers, banks and the police will NEVER call asking you to transfer money, share personal financial details or hand over remote control of your computer.

If you are in any way suspicious, or feel pressured into anything, hang up and take time to check if the call is genuine.

Unsure if it's really the police calling you? Contact the police on 101 to check.

Don’t trust the Caller ID display on your phone – it’s not proof of ID.

Report a suspicious phone call

If you've lost money or have been hacked as a result of responding to a phishing message or scam call, you should report it to Report Fraud.

In England, Wales or Northern Ireland, visit https://www.reportfraud.police.uk/ or call 0300 123 2040.

You should also report suspected scam calls by sending a text to 7726 with the word ‘Call’ and the caller's number.

If you're concerned about anything, you can contact your neighbourhood team at any time. Officers can also arrange to carry out fraud and scam alert talks for community groups and residents.

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Message Sent By
Abi Butler
(Northants Police, Northamptonshire Talking / Police Liaison Representative Central Coordinator, Corporate Communications)