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flag Criminal gangs in Worcestershire are targeting vulnerable elderly people with advanced fraud schemes using stolen data and fake identities.

flag Criminal gangs in Worcestershire are targeting elderly and vulnerable people with increasingly sophisticated fraud schemes, using stolen data and "suckers lists" to identify lonely or early-stage dementia patients. flag Scammers, often operating remotely, impersonate banks or contractors, sometimes installing internet banking without consent, and use door-to-door tactics with markers like gate stickers. flag Despite improved banking security, criminals adapt quickly, shifting from burglary to fraud due to widespread CCTV. flag Authorities warn no legitimate organization will request money transfers or bank details over the phone, urging the public to verify suspicious calls. flag Funding cuts to trading standards have weakened protections, leaving communities more exposed to these growing threats.

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