NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH
THIS PAGE IS DEDICATED TO PROVIDING IMPORTANT NEIGHBOURHOOD ALERT INFORMATION TO HELP YOU STAY SAFE IN YOUR DAY TO DAY ACTIVITIES AND NEIGHBOURHOOD. IT IS UPDATED REGULARLY
24/10/2024
Scam Share Bulletin
Welcome to the latest edition of the Scam Share bulletin, which is available to view by clicking here.
Recently Reported Scams
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Parking Fine Scams
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Investment Scams
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Travel Card Scams
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QR Code Scams
Ongoing Scams / Campaigns
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Halloween Safety
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Firework Safety
Where to Report Scams
Scams
In Scotland, report all scams to Advice Direct Scotland by calling 0808 164 6000 (Mon-Fri 9am-5pm) or online at www.consumeradvice.scot
Fraud
If you have been the victim of fraud, report it to Police Scotland on 101 or 999 in an emergency.
Suspicious Emails
You can forward suspicious emails to report@phishing.gov.uk and send links from websites which you think are trying to scam the public to the National Cyber Security Centre's scam website reporting service at www.ncsc.gov.uk/section/about-this-website/report-scam-website
Suspicious Text Messages
If you receive a suspicious text message you can forward it to 7726. The free-of-charge ‘7726’ service enables your provider to investigate and take action if malicious content is found.
Romance Fraud
Romance fraud is when a criminal uses a fake profile to form a relationship with you, then invents reasons for needing you to send money.
Keep your guard up and always consider the possibility of a scam. Ask someone you trust for a second opinion. Your safety and well-being should always come first.
If you’re unsure, always talk to a family or friend before sharing anything.
Spot the Signs
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You’ve struck up a relationship with someone online and they declare their love for you quickly.
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Many fraudsters claim to be overseas.
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They make up excuses as to why they can’t video chat or meet in person.
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When they ask for financial help, it’ll be for a time-critical emergency, and the reason will be something that pulls at the heartstrings. They may get defensive if you decline to help.
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Their pictures are too perfect – they may have been stolen from an actor or model.
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They tell you to keep your relationship private and not to discuss anything with your friends and family.
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How To Protect Yourself
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Stop - Take a moment to stop and think before parting with your money or information.
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Challenge - Is this person really who they say they are? Could it be fake? It’s OK to reject, refuse or ignore any requests for your financial or personal details. Criminals will try to rush or panic you.
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Protect - Contact your bank immediately if you think you’ve fallen for a scam.
If you think you’ve been a victim of a scam, don’t feel ashamed or embarrassed - you are not alone.
Contact Police on 101 if you have been a victim of a scam.
Download the romance fraud e-booklet from the Crimestoppers website
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Romance fraud | Crimestoppers (crimestoppers-uk.org)
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Police Witness Appeal
We are appealing for information reports of at least two vehicles were seen driving recklessly on football pitches at Stewartfield Park, Broxburn.
The incident occurred around 2200 hours on Tuesday 16th of January.
The vehicles have caused significant damage to the playing fields therefore if anyone has any information that may help out enquiries please contact us on 101 quoting incident number 0898 17/01/2024.
If you wish to remain anonymous please contact Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111.
Broxburn Community Team.
Message Sent By
Ross Walker
(Police Scotland, Preventions and Interventions, J Div - West Lothian)
CYBERBYTE 2023 FROM POLICE SCOTLAND
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