Report dating fraud at actionfraud.police.uk or Police Scotland on 101 getsafeonline.org/keepdatingsafe #KeepDatingSafe

💭If you want to help support Students Against Scams, register your university today to access informative resources to help raise awareness about money mule recruiters. More info here⤵️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/students #StudentsAgainstScams #ScamAwareness

Love at first sight … … or maybe not. Whether you’re an experienced online dater or trying it out for the first time, read our top tips to keep it safe getsafeonline.org/keepdatingsafe #KeepDatingSafe

Are you #ScamAware? Become a Friend Against Scams today and learn how to protect yourself, your friends and your family from these crimes. FriendsAgainstScams.org.uk

❓ Did you know criminals use these tactics towards victims of fraud, scams and financial abuse: ➡️ Flattery ➡️ Grooming ➡️ Manipulation Read more here: friendsagainstscams.org.uk/noblamenoshame #NoBlameNoShame #WeAreScamSurvivors

Experienced at online dating or trying it out for the first time? Take a few minutes to read our top tips to protect yourself from harms. getsafeonline.org/keepdatingsafe #KeepDatingSafe

📢Coerce and control can make victims of fraud and scams feel: ❌ Angry ❌ Isolated ❌ Stupid ❌ Embarrassed Read more here: friendsagainstscams.org.uk/noblamenoshame #NoBlameNoShame #WeAreScamSurvivors

We can silence people with our words creating blame, shame and judgements. We need to adjust our language and communication with scam victims to focus the blame on the criminals, not the victims. Watch our video: youtube.com/watch?v=lWo4Ta… #NoBlameNoShame #WeAreScamSurvivors

❗With students struggling for money they are often looked at as being perfect candidates for money mules. Learn what you can do to support ⤵️ friendsagainstscams.org.uk/students #ScamAware #StudentsAgainstScams

💳 If you have made a payment in response to a scam, contact your bank as soon as possible as they may be able to recover some of your money and will refund you in certain circumstances #ScamAware

💭 Language such as “fall for it” or “how did you believe it?” can be harmful to victims. We should be asking how we can help victims to report the crime and prevent it from happening again. Watch our video ⤵ youtube.com/watch?v=lWo4Ta… ​#NoBlameNoShame #WeAreScamSurvivors

A well-known criminal tactic is to create a sense of urgency, which essentially puts their intended victim into a ‘hot’ state, where they feel the need to respond or act quickly. Read more here: friendsagainstscams.org.uk/news-and-updat… #NoBlameNoShame #WeAreScamSurvivors

Booking a holiday? #TakeFive to protect yourself from holiday fraud: 🔍 Research the company you’re booking with and read reviews. 🔗 Avoid clicking on links from social media, email or message. 💳 Use a secure payment platform from trusted retailers. takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/advice/general…

Found a last minute holiday bargain? ⛱️ Be sure to do your research and read online reviews from reputable sources to check offers are genuine. If it’s too good to be true, it probably is! #TakeFive

People don’t realise they’ve become a victim of a scam, many feel that the criminals are their friends, and feel worried if they don’t respond to demands or requests. Read more here: friendsagainstscams.org.uk/news-and-updat… #NoBlameNoShame #WeAreScamSurvivors

Are those new bank details genuine? 🤔 It’s nearly tax year-end and criminals might use this to rush you into paying a fake invoice. They might send you genuine looking invoice but change bank account details. #TakeFive to speak to the supplier directly before you pay.

Have you checked that invoice?📜 Criminals can send fake invoices that look genuine hoping you will pay without checking the account details. Always question payment information changes and confirm details directly with the company. #TakeFive

People don’t realise they’ve become a victim of a scam, many feel that the criminals are their friends, and feel worried if they don’t respond to demands or requests. Read more here: friendsagainstscams.org.uk/news-and-updat… #NoBlameNoShame #WeAreScamSurvivors

Keep your guard up against investment scams ahead of the upcoming ISA deadline 👀 ⏰ - Avoid clicking on social media ads🔗 - Always do your research 🔍 - High returns with low risk is a huge red flag 🚩 Find out more: takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/advice/general…

⚠️35,434 people reported their email or social media account hacked in 2024. ✅ Turn on 2SV and double the protection on your most important accounts. #TurnOn2SV Find out more: stopthinkfraud.campaign.gov.uk/protect-yourse…