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I wanted to provide you with an update regarding Fraud, which people around your area have highlighted as an issue of concern on the priority survey. Protect Yourself – Stay Safe
There have been reports of fraud and scam activity affecting residents in this area.
These crimes are designed to trick you into giving away money or personal details.
❗ Common Types of Fraud:
🔴 Phone calls pretending to be from the police, bank, or council
🔴 Text messages or emails asking you to click links or give details
🔴 People knocking on doors asking for money or offering fake services
🔴 Online scams on social media or selling sites
🔴 Requests for bank details, PIN numbers, or passwords
⚠️ WHAT FRAUDSTERS DO
Fraudsters may:
❌ Pretend to be someone you trust
❌ Pressure you to act quickly
❌ Ask for personal or financial information
❌ Request payments in cash, gift cards, or bank transfer
Remember: If it doesn’t feel right, it probably isn’t.
✅ HOW TO STAY SAFE
👉 Never share your personal or bank details
👉 Do not click on suspicious links or messages
👉 Hang up on unexpected calls and contact the organisation directly
👉 Do not let unknown people into your home
👉 Speak to family or neighbours if you are unsure
⚖️ ACTION IS BEING TAKEN
📢 These concerns have been reported to Met Engage
📢 Police and local teams are working to prevent fraud and protect residents
Crime like this will be taken seriously.
📞 REPORT FRAUD OR SCAMS
If you think you have been targeted or see something suspicious:
Report it straight away
🔹 Call 999 if there is immediate danger
🔹 Call 101 for non-emergency concerns
🔹 You can also report fraud to Action Fraud (0300 123 2040)
🤝 LOOK OUT FOR EACH OTHER
Fraud can affect anyone, especially vulnerable people.
🚨 Stay alert. Don’t be tricked. Protect your money and your community.
 Fraud can affect anyone within the community, so we want to make sure you have the tools and knowledge to protect yourself from it. It comes in many different forms and across varying channels, whether that's through emails, phone calls or in person encounters. Some adults may be even more vulnerable to fraud or financial abuse, but it is something that everyone can be at risk of. If you’re concerned about someone you know, please contact your local social services and ask for Adult Social Care. Please see a few resources below to protect you and others from potential fraudsters: For more information and help and to report fraud, go to Action Fraud, the UK’s national fraud and cybercrime reporting centre. Lastly, if you think you’ve uncovered a scam, been targeted by a scam or fallen victim to fraudsters, please contact 101 or Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or online at Action Fraud. We are working on our brand-new strategy for how we police London and we want your help. Our New Met for London: Phase 2 strategy will guide how we deliver on behalf of Londoners over the next three years. | 
