Scammers targeting employees with Voucher scam
We have received reports of fraudsters trying to scam employees into buying gift cards, using their personal debit cards.
What happens:
- You get an email claiming to be your company director.
- The email asks for your mobile number, your boss is busy & needs you to complete an urgent task.
- A message will be sent on WhatsApp, asking you to go local stores to purchase gift cards worth £100 each. They will reassure you that the payment will be repaid.
- You will be asked to upload receipts onto WhatsApp & to delete the code.
What to do:
- This is a scam.
- Never provide any personal or financial information if you are in doubt.
- Call your boss on a trusted number to check if the request is genuine.
- Report any scams to Citizens Advice on 0808 250 5050.
Please warn vulnerable family members, friends and neighbours.