Christmas Period Scams

Staffordshire Police warn residents to be aware of fraud scammers which is on the increase during the Christmas period.

Be suspicious of all “too be good to be true offers and deals”

Never send money to someone you don’t know.

Never give banking details or personal information to someone you don’t know.

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Christmas Gift Scams on Social Media

Searching for a Christmas bargain on social media? Keep your eyes open for deals/prices that seem “too good to be true”.

Staffordshire Police are advising that criminals may advertise low prices for popular items that are sold out everywhere else to trick you into parting with your money. Often, the goods advertised don’t exist, with […]