Free fraud and cybercrime advice sessions in Croxley Green

Free fraud and cybercrime advice sessions in Croxley Green

We're offering residents free fraud and cybercrime advice sessions at Croxley Green library.

The event, organised and delivered by specialist Cyber Protect officers from the Serious Fraud and Cyber Unit, is scheduled for Wednesday 4 November and will run between 10:45am and 2:30pm. These sessions, which will also have talks by officers from Hertfordshire County Council (HCC), are free and provide practical tips for avoiding the most common types of fraud and cybercrime. Free tea and biscuits are also provided.

11:00-12:00 Cyber crime & Fraud Prevention - Herts Police

12:00-1:00 Scams & Victim Support – Beacon Victim Care

2:00-2:00 Rogue Traders & Scams – HCC Trading Standards

2:00-2:15 Fraud against the Council – HCC fraud team

Detective Inspector Pete Hankins, from Hertfordshire Constabulary’s Serious Fraud and Cyber Unit, said: “Fraud and cybercrime are a constant threat, which has been increasing across the country over recent years. Criminals often prey on older and vulnerable people, many of whom prefer to talk to crime prevention experts in person, rather than accessing advice online.

“These sessions are completely free, so please come along during the times advertised. Our experts will be able to give you practical crime prevention advice, to help you avoid common scams and recognise new ones.”

For more tips on avoiding fraud visit:  www.reportfraud.police.uk or www.herts.police.uk/cyber-fraud, where you can also find details of future events.

If you believe that you are a victim of fraud or cybercrime please contact Report Fraud on 0300 123 2040. If a crime is in progress call 999 immediately.