John Lewis & M&S Warning: New Delivery Scam Targets Shoppers
Shoppers at John Lewis, M&S and other major UK retailers are being targeted by sophisticated text message scams. Here's how to protect yourself from fraudsters.
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Royal Mail parcel text scam warning for UK shoppers
UK shoppers are being targeted by sophisticated Royal Mail text scams. Learn how to spot these fraudulent messages and protect your personal information from cybercriminals.
Lloyds Bank £399 Scam Warning - Don't Get Caught
Lloyds Banking Group alerts customers about sophisticated new scam tactics as fraudsters exploit fake security alerts to steal thousands from unsuspecting victims.
Police impersonator jailed for elderly fraud scam
A cruel conman who impersonated a police officer to steal thousands from vulnerable pensioners has been jailed. Michael Dineen's sophisticated scam targeted elderly victims across the UK, leaving them financially and emotionally devastated.
Police impersonator steals from elderly widow in Cheshire
A cruel fraudster impersonating a police officer tricked his way into a pensioner's home in upmarket Cheshire, stealing cash and jewellery in a despicable distraction theft that has left the community reeling.
Grandma found dead after care home disappearance
Heartbreaking story of 83-year-old Jeanette Stone who wandered from her care facility and was later discovered deceased in a neighbour's garden, sparking urgent safety reviews.
Widower loses £1.2M to 'Tina from LA' scam
A wealthy British businessman mourning his wife's death from cancer was systematically defrauded of his entire life savings by an elaborate online romance scam masterminded by a woman calling herself 'Tina from LA'.
Rosemary Shrager scammed twice in devastating fraud
Celebrity chef Rosemary Shrager opens up about being targeted by sophisticated fraudsters twice in shocking financial scams that left her reeling.
Couple loses £40k in sophisticated bank impersonation scam
A Brantford couple lost their entire £40,000 retirement fund after falling victim to an elaborate fraud scheme where scammers perfectly mimicked their bank's security protocols in a chilling case of digital deception.
Richard Osman targeted by AI identity theft scam
The Thursday Murder Club author becomes victim of sophisticated fraud operation using AI-generated videos to deceive fans and extract money.
Fake bride's £12k wedding scam exposed
Exclusive investigation reveals how a fraudster orchestrated an elaborate fake wedding in Turkey, swindling friends out of thousands while attempting to exploit a child cancer charity in her web of deception.
Sports stars targeted in elite school admission scam
A sophisticated fraudster exploited the prestige of top private schools in a brazen scam targeting wealthy sports professionals and their families, promising educational access that never materialised.
Gran loses £12k in Lamborghini project collapse
An elderly grandmother's dream investment in a luxury car restoration scheme has left her facing devastating losses as the company behind the ambitious project goes into administration.
Wolf of Wall Street Duo's £400m Pension Scam Exposed
Shocking investigation reveals how financial advisors, inspired by 'Wolf of Wall Street', masterminded a £400m pension scam targeting vulnerable UK retirees through the Harlequin property scheme.
Gran loses life savings in Martin Lewis Bitcoin scam
A grandmother lost her entire £50,000 life savings after fraudsters impersonating Martin Lewis tricked her into a fake cryptocurrency investment, leaving her living in a caravan.
Mum's £75k Taylor Swift ticket scam nightmare
A devoted mother's quest to secure Taylor Swift Eras Tour tickets turned into a devastating £75,000 fraud ordeal, exposing the dark side of ticket reselling and celebrity fandom.
Ex-council leader jailed for £188k romance fraud scam
Ex-council leader Simon Tuck, 51, convicted of orchestrating sophisticated romance fraud across multiple dating platforms, stealing nearly £200,000 from victims in elaborate con.
Florida grandmother outsmarts phone scammer
A sharp-witted Florida senior turned the tables on a phone scammer, exposing the fraud and warning others about sophisticated cons targeting vulnerable people.
Pensioner loses £20k to fake doctor romance scam
A vulnerable 72-year-old woman lost her life savings to a sophisticated online romance scam after being 'love-bombed' by a man posing as a humanitarian doctor in Somalia.
Timeshare sharks steal £28M from pensioners
Elderly Britons targeted by ruthless timeshare fraudsters in elaborate £28 million scam - how criminals preyed on vulnerable pensioners and what you need to know to protect yourself.
Timeshare tyrants' £28m scam funded luxury lifestyle
Exclusive investigation reveals how a ruthless couple conned elderly victims out of £28 million in Britain's biggest timeshare scam, funding a lifestyle of luxury art, private jets and Hampshire mansions.
Couple's £2.8m holiday fraud exposed in luxury villa scam
A seemingly ordinary married couple from West Yorkshire has been convicted of orchestrating a sophisticated £2.8 million holiday scam that defrauded hundreds of victims through fake luxury villa bookings.
Mother fakes son's cancer in donation scam
Michelle Bodzar faces justice after fabricating her son's leukaemia diagnosis to solicit donations, in a disturbing case of medical fraud that betrayed trust and compassion.
Winter Fuel Payment Scam Targets UK Pensioners
UK pensioners are being warned about sophisticated text message scams impersonating DWP and HMRC, attempting to steal personal and financial information through fake Winter Fuel Payment offers.
Mum faked kids' cancer to scam £80k from donors
A deceitful mother who fabricated her children's terminal cancer diagnoses to con well-wishers out of thousands faces justice in shocking charity fraud case.
Winter Fuel Payment scam: DWP warns over fake HMRC texts
UK pensioners targeted by sophisticated SMS scam pretending to be from HMRC - here's how to protect your Winter Fuel Payment from fraudsters.
Downsizing Guide for Elderly Parents
Expert advice from Age UK on navigating the emotional and practical challenges of downsizing for elderly parents. Discover stress-reduction strategies, decluttering tips, and financial considerations.
Martin Lewis: Urgent warning over 'Hi Mum' text scam
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis alerts parents about sophisticated new 'Hi Mum' scam texts that have already stolen thousands from families across Britain.
Chinese SMS scam stole £2.9 billion from victims
Exclusive investigation reveals how sophisticated Chinese criminal networks used simple text messages to defraud millions in one of history's largest telecommunications fraud operations.
Dating app builder scammer jailed for £100k fraud
A fraudulent builder who used dating apps to prey on vulnerable women has been sentenced to prison after cheating customers out of more than £100,000 in a sophisticated scam operation.
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