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Hosepipe ban? Watch out for fraudsters too!
When major events hit the headlines, fraudsters are never far behind.

If you receive an unexpected call, text, or email claiming to be from your water company saying that your area is affected by a hosepipe ban, Stop, Think Fraud:

Don't click links, people are being redirected to fake websites that look genuine
Don't share personal or banking details
Don't feel pressured into making a payment

Genuine water companies won't rush you into paying over the phone

Not sure if it's real? Contact your water company using the official number from a recent bill or log into your account using the app.

Forward text to 7726, for calls send the word CALL followed by the number to 7726 and for emails forward them to report@phishing.gov.uk

Please share this post with friends, family, and anyone who may be more vulnerable.

#ScamAlert #FraudPrevention #StaySafeOnline #HosepipeBan #StopThinkFraud

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Rebecca Smith
(Police, Cyber & Fraud Protect, Prepare & Prevent Officer, Cyber Crime Unit)