Author Archive for: Philip
Entries by Philip
Online Job Recruitment Fraud
The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) and Action Fraud have noticed a rise in the reporting of victims being recruited via Facebook to sell items for suspects on eBay – often stating that it is a quick way of making money. The items are said to be bankrupt stock, purchased via auctions, and need to […]
Wine Investment Fraud
A new investment fraud trend is targeting members of the public who are seeking to sell their wine investment. Fraudsters agree to purchase the victim’s wine, but instead transfer the stock into their own account without paying the victim. The fraudulently obtained wine is then believed to be sold on to other, unsuspecting victims. […]
Milton Keynes Marathon
Milton Keynes Marathon takes place this Monday the 2nd May. There will be a number of road closures at different times when the Marathon and related events take place. A map of the route is shown here. For further information on road closures visit the Milton Keynes Council website here. The MK Marathon website is […]
HMRC Tax Rebate Scam
Fraudsters are texting members of the public offering a tax rebate. The text message contains a link to a website and requests to provide personal information, such as bank account information, to claim the nonexistent rebate. Protect Yourself Don’t click on web links contained in unsolicited texts or emails. Never provide your personal information to […]