COVID 19 - Beware of Scams

Advice and Information - 20 March 2020

Avon & Somerset Police advise to beware of the scams that are circulating around the COVID 19 crisis
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Avon and Somerset Police have advised people to be aware of a new email scam advising you are entitled to a tax refund of £128.38.

The email states that this is a precautionary measure in co-operation with National Insurance and National Health Services. It is NOT. It goes on to suggest the funds can be used to protect yourself against COVID 19 and to access funds now by clicking on the blue hyperlink. Please do NOT do this. 

North Wales Police have already advised that this has cost the more than £800,000 in a month and to contact Action Fraud for advice on 0300 123 2040

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