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After a Police visit to someone in Springhead when on footpatrol it was clear the below had occurred: Please read to protect yourself from this as it was a high value scam.
Evri parcel scams involve fake SMS or emails claiming a delivery failure, urging you to click a link to pay a "redelivery fee" or update details to steal personal/banking information. Evri never charges for redelivery and never asks for bank details via text. Delete suspicious messages and report them by forwarding to 7726.
How to Identify an Evri Scam Urgency: Messages create panic, stating that your parcel will be returned unless you act immediately. Requests for Payment: Scammers ask for a small payment (e.g., £1-£2) to re-deliver a fake parcel. Suspicious Links/Websites: Links often lead to fake websites that mimic the official Evri portal. What to Do If You Receive a Scam Message Do Not Click: Avoid clicking any links or providing personal information. Report & Block: Forward the suspicious message to 7726 (a free service for reporting scams). Check Independently: If expecting a package, only check the tracking on the official Evri website.
What to Do If You've Already Entered Details Contact Your Bank: Immediately call your bank to cancel your card if you entered banking details. Monitor Accounts: Watch your bank accounts closely for unauthorized transactions. Report to Action Fraud: Report the incident to Action Fraud (or Police Scotland) to help stop scammers.
Evri provides a dedicated digital security page with more advice on protecting yourself.
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