Thursday 22 October 2020

Fake Amazon phishing email scam


This message was sent by a local Bexley resident to alert others. It is a screenshot so the link, the phishing scam, is hidden.

Please be aware of such phishing scams or report to report@phishing.gov.uk or report it to Action Fraud.  You may also report to Amazon at stop-spoofing@amazon.co.uk.

*Do not click on links or attachments in unexpected or suspicious texts or emails.

Visit Action Fraud to learn more about phishing email fraud.

Knowing what to look for and how to avoid scams is the best way to stay safe. The Which? guides tell you about different scams to watch out for.

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