Menu
08/03/2019
Public Reminded To Remain Vigilant Against Scams
Police are urging people in County Armagh to beware of scams and remain vigilant when receiving any suspicious phone calls.
It comes after a number of reports in the area of calls featuring an automated voice message that claims to be from HMRC, warning potential victims they are being investigated for tax fraud.
The caller warns that if the person does not press 1 to speak to an operator they will soon be arrested.
Police in Armagh said the scam was active in the area yesterday, Thursday 07 March, and urged the public not to be fooled by such calls.
Officers also thanked those who reported the suspect messages.
(JG/CM)
It comes after a number of reports in the area of calls featuring an automated voice message that claims to be from HMRC, warning potential victims they are being investigated for tax fraud.
The caller warns that if the person does not press 1 to speak to an operator they will soon be arrested.
Police in Armagh said the scam was active in the area yesterday, Thursday 07 March, and urged the public not to be fooled by such calls.
Officers also thanked those who reported the suspect messages.
(JG/CM)
Related Northern Ireland News Stories
Click here for the latest headlines.
30 August 2017
PSNI Issue Warning Over HMRC Fraud Scams
Police in L'Derry have issued a warning to the public after receiving several complaints in relation to HMRC fraud scams. Fraudsters are targeting older and vulnerable people demanding money and some victims are being threatened with arrest if they do not pay.
PSNI Issue Warning Over HMRC Fraud Scams
Police in L'Derry have issued a warning to the public after receiving several complaints in relation to HMRC fraud scams. Fraudsters are targeting older and vulnerable people demanding money and some victims are being threatened with arrest if they do not pay.
17 October 2023
HMRC Warn Self Assessment Customers Of Increase In Scams
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has issued a warning to Self Assessment customers to be on the lookout for scam texts, emails and phone calls from fraudsters. The warning comes as HMRC received more than 130,000 reports about tax scams in the 12 months to September 2023, of which 58,000 were offering fake tax rebates.
HMRC Warn Self Assessment Customers Of Increase In Scams
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) has issued a warning to Self Assessment customers to be on the lookout for scam texts, emails and phone calls from fraudsters. The warning comes as HMRC received more than 130,000 reports about tax scams in the 12 months to September 2023, of which 58,000 were offering fake tax rebates.
31 May 2023
Public Urged To 'Be On Their Guard Against Fraudsters'
Causeway Coast and Glens PSNI have issued an appeal to the public to be "on their guard against fraudsters" and look out for the signs of how to spot and stop possible online scams. The appeal comes as police continue to receive reports of scams and attempted scams across Northern Ireland.
Public Urged To 'Be On Their Guard Against Fraudsters'
Causeway Coast and Glens PSNI have issued an appeal to the public to be "on their guard against fraudsters" and look out for the signs of how to spot and stop possible online scams. The appeal comes as police continue to receive reports of scams and attempted scams across Northern Ireland.
15 October 2021
Warning Issued After Reports Of Scams Across NI
The PSNI have issued a warning following a number of reports of scams from across NI. According to police, the scams involve a text or WhatsApp from a person claiming to be a family member, and have the common aim of encouraging the recipient to transfer money.
Warning Issued After Reports Of Scams Across NI
The PSNI have issued a warning following a number of reports of scams from across NI. According to police, the scams involve a text or WhatsApp from a person claiming to be a family member, and have the common aim of encouraging the recipient to transfer money.
08 July 2019
Weather Warning As Heavy Rain Forecast
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning covering Northern Ireland for later this week. Loyalist celebrations may be disrupted on Thursday 11 July as heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected to cause issues on the roads.
Weather Warning As Heavy Rain Forecast
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning covering Northern Ireland for later this week. Loyalist celebrations may be disrupted on Thursday 11 July as heavy showers and thunderstorms are expected to cause issues on the roads.
-
Northern Ireland WeatherToday:Gale, coastal severe gale, northwest winds ease from late afternoon. Scattered showers will fall as snow over the hills at first, becoming isolated from mid-afternoon. Maximum temperature 7 °C.Tonight:Showers, scattered in the evening, will clear by midnight leaving the night dry with clear spells. Cloud will spread east towards morning. Minimum temperature 2 °C.
