Recent Incidents Fraudsters are targeting Bank account users with a practised scam which dupes people into handing over their savings. The scam involves a fraudster calling a cardholder, claiming to be from their bank or Building Society and telling that their records have flagged up a fraudulent transaction or suspicious activity. The fraudster suggests that the victim hangs up and immediately call their bank using the number located on the rear of their bank card to ensure the call is genuine. However, the fraudster stays on the line, keeping it open. They then play a recording of a dial tone and ring tone so that when the victim picks up their handset again they think they are really calling their bank. The criminal then persuades the account holder to transfer money into a new account, which they claim has just been opened in their name. Never assume that a caller is genuine just because they hold some personal details about you. • Your bank will never ask for your PIN details • Your bank will never collect your bank card • Your bank will never attend your home • Your bank will never ask you transfer money into another account • Should you receive such a call, end it immediately If you receive a phone call that seems suspicious, end the call immediately and dont give out any information. Instead call your bank from another phone or go into a branch. If you have friends or relatives who you feel may be vulnerable to this, please help them to be more aware of the potential risks and what to look out for. If you think you may have been the victim of a similar crime report this to your local Police.
Posted on: Thu, 06 Mar 2014 15:03:40 +0000
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