Latest Scam Alert

Dear Resident,

Utility Warehouse impersonation email

A dodgy and convincing email claiming to be from service provider Utility Warehouse tells you that someone logged into your account from a new device or browser.

It goes on to provide a link to 'review your security' which most likely leads to a malicious site intent on stealing your personal information.

The main scam giveaway is that the email is sent from a random Gmail email address.

Scam emails can be reported by forwarding them to report@phishing.gov.uk.

Suspicious websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.

Coinbase scam call

Reports of scam calls impersonating cryptocurrency platform Coinbase are circulating. 

Recipients describe being cold called from a random number and told their 'Coinbase API key' has been used by someone else.

An API key is what allows you access your Coinbase account.

Typically, these phone scams attempt to keep you on the phone and get you to reveal your personal data so that they fraudster on the other end can access your account.

Scam calls can be reported by texting the word ‘call’ followed by the phone number to 7726 on an iPhone or texting the word ‘call’ to 7726 on an Android. Then, you’ll receive a message asking you for the scam number.

On WhatsApp, open the WhatsApp chat with the scam phone number and tap 'block.' You can report the contact by tapping 'report contact' and 'block'.

Pension fraud warning

Action Fraud figures reveal that £17.4m was lost to pension scams in 2024, with an average loss of £33,848 per person. 

According to reports to Action Fraud, criminals targeted people's pension pots through fraudulent investment schemes and account takeovers.

Always be suspicious of tempting investment offers and make sure you research the opportunity before you part with any money. Seek independent financial advice if you're unsure.

Protect your online pension account by choosing strong and unique passwords and enable two-factor authentication where possible. 

If you have lost money to a pension scam or you believe your account details have been compromised, contact your provider immediately. Report the scam to Action Fraud or call the police on 101 if you’re in Scotland. 

If you have been a victim of a scam, then report it to Action Fraud or by calling 03001232040, alternatively by calling Humberside Police via 101.

Regards,

Brigg NPT