News: Fraud
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Opportunity for local businesses to learn more about cyber fraud
PCC Mark Shelford is encouraging local small businesses and charities to join the South West Cyber Resilience Centre Cyber Webinar.
Fraud 29 Jun 2022 -
New warning issued as holiday fraud increases
PCC Mark Shelford is urging local people to remain vigilant against holiday fraud when booking flights or accommodation online.
Fraud 27 May 2022 -
PCC urges residents to be aware of courier fraud
PCC Mark Shelford is urging local people to be on their guard after a new list of tactics used by courier fraudsters has been unveiled.
Fraud 16 May 2022 -
Spot the signs of Payment Diversion Fraud
PCC Mark Shelford is encouraging local people to spot the signs of Payment Diversion Fraud (PDF) in order to protect their businesses.
Fraud 24 Mar 2022 -
Phone users urged to be aware of fake WhatsApp message scam
Avon and Somerset Police and PCC Mark Shelford are asking people to be wary and report an increasingly common Whatsapp scam.
Fraud 08 Mar 2022 -
PCC attends Fraud Justice Committee
This week, PCC Mark Shelford attended a Justice Committee session focusing on fraud and the criminal justice system.
Fraud 25 Feb 2022