Woman duped by HMRC and police scams loses £4,000 but wins it back with compensation.

A woman in Northern Ireland lost £4,000 to scammers who impersonated HMRC and her local police station, threatening her with arrest if she didn't pay. Initially, her bank refused to help, but she got her money back with interest and £250 compensation after contacting the Trading Standards Service. The case highlights the importance of verifying contact details to avoid such scams.

November 11, 2024
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