Thursday, 1 June 2023

Fraud protection scams Scamwatch: fake online banking apps

One reader contacted us after falling victim to a scam when selling a £500 camera on Facebook Marketplace. When collecting the camera in person, the fraudster showed a fake Santander screen as 'proof' that the money had been transferred to the victim's bank account. In reality, the payment confirmation was fake.

Have you fallen victim to something similar? Get our expert advice on dodging scams when selling online.

Fake banking apps

Source: Which? (30 May 2023)

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