Neighbourhood Watch

This message relates to Police Log 363 26 January 2012.

We have received reports of residents receiving telephone calls from a person claiming to be from the Ministry of Justice advising that the individual could receive payments, such as repayment of bank charges or other debts. In order to claim this rebate the individual has to provide personal details and make an upfront payment, often by asking the individual for a Ukash voucher and asking for the voucher number.

This is a scam. Please ignore such calls and simply put the phone down. Please inform neighbours and display this scam in notice boards. We also ask shops who issue such vouchers to be wary and help those who may fall victim to this scam by not issuing vouchers if suspicious, and contact us on 101.

Thank you.


Please phone us with any information on 101. or e-mail general.enquiries@devonandcornwall.pnn.police.uk