Latest Scam Alert

Dear Resident,

EE impersonation scam

A scam text impersonating EE send from a spoofed number tells you that your latest direct debit to the network didn't go through.

It goes on to give you a phishing link to follow to avoid your services being put on hold.

This will lead to a malicious website which will ask for your personal and financial information.

You can report suspicious texts by forwarding the message to 7726.

Phishing websites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.

‘Winter Fuel Payment’ scam

Action Fraud has revealed that since January 2025 it has received 571 reports relating to Winter Fuel Payment scams, with total victim losses reaching over £14,000.

These scams typically involve being sent a dodgy text from a spoofed number and told that you're eligible for money to help towards bills during the colder weather.

To receive this, you're encouraged to follow a dodgy link which leads to a copycat government website. It's here where you're asked to reveal your personal and financial information.

Winter Fuel Payment is available to some people born before 23 September 1958. If you think you could be eligible, check gov.uk website for further details.

You can report scam text messages by forwarding them to 7726.

Scam sites can be reported to the National Cyber Security Centre.

Beware of car finance scam calls

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is warning of scammers posing as car finance lenders over the phone.

The warning comes after reports of the scam detail that callers are claiming to offer compensation in exchange for personal details including your name, address, date of birth and bank information.

Scammers are attempting to capitialise on the FCA's recent announcement about potential plans for a car finance compensation scheme. However, no such scheme is currently in place and car finance lenders are not yet contacting customers about compensation.

Suspicious calls received on an iPhone can be reported to your provider by texting the word ‘call’ followed by the phone number to 7726.

On an Android phone, text the word ‘call’ to 7726. You’ll then receive a message asking you for the scam number.

For scam calls received on WhatsApp, open the WhatsApp chat with the dodgy phone number and tap 'block.'

You can report the contact by tapping 'report contact' and 'block'.

If you have been a victim of a scam, then report it to Action Fraud or by calling 03001232040, alternatively by calling Humberside Police via 101.

Regards,

Brigg NPT