Northern Ireland sees a spike in fraud reports, with over 5,200 cases and £19 million lost in a year.
Fraud reports in Northern Ireland surged to over 5,200 within a year, with losses totaling nearly £19 million. Scams ranged from romance to bank impersonation, with some victims losing over £50,000. Police advise the public to "stop, check, report" to prevent fraud. Experts warn that fraud is widespread, with one person scammed every six seconds in the UK, leading to substantial financial and emotional losses.
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