Current scams in Bromley

Older people are frequently targeted by scammers, possibly because they respect authority and are more trusting, so fall victim to the scams and give out their personal details. Currently fake couriers are collecting bank cards and the pin numbers from victims.  The best approach to anyone asking for your personal information is to just say ”NO”. If they are trying to sell you something, or warn you that you’re late paying a bill, then tell them to contact you by post and never give out your details.

Current scams in Bromley

Prize draw scams  - foreign computer virus from abroad
Debit card fraud - bogus call from police or bank seeking PIN
Inheritance scam - letter from China
Free Trial Scams - sign up for a free sample but small print states send goods back within 14 days or else sign up to full price and further orders - this part of the text is usually printed so small you may not be able to read it so only think you are signing up for a free trial.
Green Energy - there is a Government scheme currently offering to help consumers lower their energy bills by increasing the efficiency of their property. The repayment of the loan for any improvements is based on the amount of reduction of your bill.  Unscrupulous cold callers offer to survey your property and provide you with an Energy Performance Certificate … for a hefty fee.  This certificate is available from your energy supplier … for free

How to spot a scam

• The call, letter, e-mail or text has come out of the blue
• You have never heard of the lottery or competition they are talking about
• You did not buy a ticket - so can’t win it!
• They are asking you to send money in advance
• They are saying you have to respond quickly, so you don’t get time to think about it or ask family and friends before you decide
• They are telling you to keep it a secret
• They seem to be offering you something for nothing