Beware fake phishing email from scammer posing as McAfee

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Please beware of the fake phishing email, from a gmail account with an image attachment.  The screenshots have been highlighted to show signs of the fake message (the original does not show the added text and arrows). Click on each to view enlarged.

The resident alerted us to warn others. 

If you receive a call you believe to be fraudulent, hang up. If you are suspicious about an email you have received, forward it to report@phishing.gov.uk. Suspicious text messages should be forwarded to the number 7726 which is free of charge.

Needless to say do no click on links that turn out of the blue. Take time to research and check this blog for advice and further information on similar scams.

If you believe you are the victim of a fraud, please report this to Action Fraud as soon as possible by calling 0300 123 2040 or visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk.

For further information visit McAfee at https://www.mcafee.com/support/?articleId=TS103285&page=shell&shell=article-view

HMRC warns self-assessment taxpayers to watch out for scams

With the deadline for paper returns on 31 October and online self-assessments due on 31 January 2023, millions of people are likely to be more receptive to messages or phone calls purporting to be from HMRC.

We reveal the most common tax-related scams and how you can avoid becoming a victim.

Tax-related scams

We’ve exposed the £400 energy grant scam text

Scammers are looking to entice people into sharing their personal details by sending phoney texts about government energy bill rebates.

Our experts click the suspicious links in these scam texts so you know what to look out for, but never do this yourself. Watch our video to see how the scam works.

Energy grant scam

People’s Postcode Lottery scam email

Fraudsters are tempting you into giving away personal documents by pretending that you’ve won the People’s Postcode Lottery. They’re asking for a wealth of information, including a photo of your driving licence or passport, so stay alert.

Keep your identity safe by knowing what to look out for, we have screenshots and plenty of advice here.

People’s Postcode Lottery scam email

Bexley Community Lottery Last Chance To Shout About This WHEELIE Great Prize!

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So now is the perfect time to give Bexley Borough Neighbourhood Watch Association a fundraising boost - get the word out about this fantastic prize and attract more players to their lottery. There's no need for existing supporters to buy a separate ticket - they will automatically be entered into the special draw, but of course they could buy extra tickets: the more tickets they have, the more chances to WIN!

Win a £1,000 Bike Voucher!

Now that summer is over, many of us are looking for ways to keep fit through autumn. Well, we've got the perfect thing for you - on Saturday 29th October one lucky supporter will win an amazing £1,000 Bike Voucher!

Maybe you’re looking to save some fuel on the commute? Or perhaps just keeping an eye out for that perfect Christmas present? Whatever your reasons, this WHEELIE is a fantastic prize!

3 Scams to be aware of - from Santander

Investment scams

Fraudsters will try to pressure you into buying worthless or

non-existent shares. These can include crypto-currency, gold or even wine. They’ll use a variety of sales approaches to contact you, so please be cautious.

Read our webpage on investment scams.

Is this investment genuine?

Purchase scams

While online shopping may be quick and convenient, we must be careful as fraudsters can use this to their advantage. They can trick you into paying for high value goods that don’t exist, often through social media or auction sites.

Find out how to spot a purchase scam on our website.

Spotting a purchase scam

Impersonation scams

Impersonation scams happen when a fraudster contacts you pretending to be from your bank, the police, or another trusted organisation to convince you to send them money.

You can find out more about this on our website.

Is it impersonation?

Fake shipping delivery scam text

Fake shipping delivery scam text

One of our local borough residents received the above (screenshot of a) fake phishing scam on his mobile. He reported it but alerted us to warn others.

Suspicious text messages should be forwarded to the number 7726 which is free of charge. Reported and sent above to this number.

reported fake shipping delivery text url to 7726

Needless to say do no click on links that turn out of the blue. Take time to research and check out this blog for advice and further information on similar scams.