Essex Police warns residents of winter fuel payment scams

Summarised from 3 outlets · Updated 30 Oct, 15:46 · Archive

Essex Police has warned residents about fraudsters using fake texts and emails to steal personal and bank details related to Winter Fuel Payments.

Essex Police has issued a warning to residents about fraudsters attempting to exploit Winter Fuel Payment schemes as colder weather arrives. Criminals are using convincing text messages and emails that direct recipients to fake websites, where victims may be asked to provide their bank details and other sensitive information.

Police have urged residents to be cautious if they receive unexpected messages about payments or benefits. Officers have advised people never to click on links sent by people or organisations they do not know or trust, and not to provide personal or banking information in response to unsolicited texts or emails.

Essex Police is encouraging residents to share the warning with friends, family and neighbours to help people remain vigilant over the winter months.

Essex Police warns residents of winter fuel payment scams — Image: Echo (Basildon)

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Essex residents issued URGENT warning over winter fuel payment scamsEssex Police warns residents about Winter Fuel Payment scams, with fraudsters using fake texts, emails and websites to steal personal and bank details.Echo (Basildon) · 30 Oct, 15:21
Essex residents issued URGENT warning over winter fuel payment scamsEssex Police warns residents about Winter Fuel Payment scams, with fraudsters using fake texts, emails and websites to steal personal and bank details.Colchester Gazette · 30 Oct, 15:21
Essex residents issued URGENT warning over winter fuel payment scamsEssex Police warns residents about Winter Fuel Payment scams, with fraudsters using fake texts, emails and websites to steal personal and bank details.Brentwood Guardian · 30 Oct, 15:21

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