‘Scammers sent a courier to steal £4,000 in cash’

Published On Nov 22, 2024, 5:45 PM

Jenny, a fraud victim, recounted her experience with scammers who impersonated her bank and the police to convince her to withdraw £4,000, which they later collected through a courier. This incident highlights the effectiveness of the 159 fraud helpline established by Stop Scams UK, designed to help victims securely connect with their banks. The helpline has successfully assisted many victims in stopping further fraud attempts after their initial losses and has been endorsed by multiple banks as a rapid response tool against scams. However, it is noted that immediate action capability varies among banks.

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