How & Where To Report Scams

If you have unfortunately been scammed, you must report it.  Read this page to better understand how & where to report different scams & types of scams.

Being scammed is far more frequent than you may think.  Scammers are very clever, and they go to a lot of effort to try to snare their prey.  So don’t feel embarrassed about being caught out, it happens far more frequently than people think.

Always discuss your scam experience with your bank or building society.  They are always looking for information on scams, plus they want you to stay protected.

If, unfortunately, you are a victim of any type of scam, always report it to the police.

For online fraud, please visit this site to report it.

There is also a .gov.uk site where you can find out more about scams & reporting them.

Below you will find some additional ways to report any scam.

When you receive a scam email, forward it to [email protected].

Suspicious text messages and mobile calls should be forwarded to 7726

To find out more about scams & the different types of scams, visit our other pages.

There are a multitude of websites discussing information about scams. But always make sure you trust the source that you are getting your information from.

One reliable source is Citizens Advice. They have a thorough & detailed set of instructions & advice on what to do and when to do it. Check out their site.