Wiltshire Police launch fraud probe in Chippenham | The Wiltshire Gazette and Herald
Wiltshire Police are asking residents to be extra vigilant following a spate of fraud reports in Chippenham.
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Wiltshire Police are asking residents to be extra vigilant following a spate of fraud reports in Chippenham.
Vicky Shaw finds out how talking to a trusted person and being aware of the latest scams can help minimise any danger.
Last year, £60.7m was stopped through the scheme, according to figures from UK Finance, thanks to 10,072 phone calls made to the police by branch staff.
By Ed Magnus for Thisismoney.co.uk
With fraudsters now so sophisticated, it is inevitable some people will still fall victim and lose life-changing sums of money. But there are rules in place to ensure the vast majority get their money back.