Yorkshire Coast residents made aware of Covid-19 vaccine scam
Humberside Police are making people aware about a new scam relating to the Covid-19 vaccine.
Humberside Police are making people aware about a new scam relating to the Covid-19 vaccine.
The force said:
"We have been informed about a new scam that is being circulated, but looks very believable. It starts with a text, seemingly from the NHS saying that you are now eligible to apply for the new vaccine and to click on the link to apply.
"The link takes you to a website, which looks genuine and asks the user to complete a form asking for the following information.
• Name
• Date of Birth
• Address
• Payment card details
• Proof of address
"As you can see from the above, this should automatically ring alarm bells, as we all know, the vaccine is FREE.
"Please follow this advice:
• Do NOT click on links in unknown texts - always check it first
• NEVER give out your personal details.
• With the recent approval of multiple vaccines in the UK, these types of scam attempts are likely to continue as fraudsters look to take advantage of the rollout.
• Cold calls regarding the vaccine are also beginning to take place.
"If you, or anyone you know, have been affected by this fraud or any other scam, report it to Action Fraud by calling 0300 1232040 or visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk."