Cold callers target Island residents
Publication Date: Mon, 12 Sep 2011 17:08
An Island resident has been left £800 out of pocket after a cold-call from a possible scammer.
Police have had reports of people getting phone calls telling them they have won a free holiday.
The caller then asks for bank or credit card details for taxes and admin fees they say need to be paid.
Crime Prevention Officer Mike Radcliffe says be on your guard.[Play media file below]
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Crime Prevention Officer Mike Radcliffe
