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FIFA World Cup 2018 Ticket Alert (Action Fraud (NFIB))

The 2018 FIFA World Cup will take place from 14th June – 15th July 2018. The worldwide demand for match tickets is expected to be significant. Action Fraud have been alerted to several websites which are offering World Cup Tickets for sale, some at highly inflated prices. A FIFA spokesperson said:

“FIFA regards the illicit sale and distribution of tickets as a very serious issue and it has been reminding all football fans that FIFA.com/tickets is the only official and legitimate website on which to buy 2018 FIFA World Cup tickets.”

“FIFA has received various complaints and enquiries by customers of non-authorised ticket sales platforms, and has consistently confirmed that these companies cannot guarantee access to the stadiums as the respective tickets may be cancelled. Insofar customers are at risk of investing a high amount of money (also for travelling and accommodation) without having the certainty to actually be able to attend the matches.”

FIFA have also warned that “any tickets obtained from any other source, such as ticket brokers, internet auctions or unofficial ticket exchange platforms, will be automatically rendered void and invalid”.

Action Fraud received over six hundred reports and intelligence submissions in relation to the previous World Cup so it’s vital that football fans exercise caution when considering a purchase or making a transaction.

Protect yourself:

• Don’t take the risk. Tickets for the World Cup 2018 can only be purchased directly from FIFA. For more information, please visit www.FIFA.com/tickets.

• A FAN ID is required for fans to be able to enter the 2018 FIFA World Cup stadiums. Exercise caution if using a third party to obtain your FAN ID for you. You may be charged inflated costs for the service and your personal details may be compromised. For more information, please visit www.fan-id.ru.

• Visit the Take Five website for the latest guidance on how to avoid becoming a victim of fraud.

• For useful advice and information on the World Cup please visit the Government Guidance Pages; www.gov.uk/guidance/be-on-the-ball-world-cup-2018

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national Rural Crime Survey (Angling Trust)

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Nuisance Motorcycles Hull West Area (Humberside Police)

Community Safety

Humberside Police are aware of an increase in nuisance motorcycles being ridden across the West Hull area. We need your help to identify the offenders. Please call 101 if you have any information which can help us deal with the offenders. Thank you.

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

If you see anyone acting suspiciously call us as soon as possible on 101 or in an emergency 999.

Details:

Links and attachments: Humberside Police will only ever link you to secure web-sites we trust. We will only send you attachments where we believe it is absolutely necessary.

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Fraudulent Cryptocurrency Investments and Fake Endorsements (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Fraudulent websites alleging to offer cryptocurrency investments are dishonestly using the image of Martin Lewis, the founder and editor for moneysavingexpert.com, as an endorsement for their companies.

The adverts using Martin Lewis to promote illicit schemes can be found on social media and other websites. Clicking on the advert takes you to the full article where Martin Lewis image is presented along with fake quotes recommending investments in bitcoin and other digital currencies with the fraudulent “company”. Alternatively clicking on the advert will take you to a page where you are required to input your contact details, the suspect company then phones you and encourages you to invest.

Martin Lewis has published a warning to the public saying “I don’t do adverts. If you ever see one with my face or name on it, it is without my permission, and usually a scam”. The full article can be found here; blog.moneysavingexpert.com/2018/03/13/martin-lewis-spread-word-dont-believe-scam-bitcoin-code-bitcoin-trading-ads/?_.

Similarly these fraudulent websites are also misusing images and fabricating recommendations from the investors on Dragons Den. These adverts also claim the investors on the panel trade in cryptocurrencies using their services to try and legitimise their company.

What you need to do

Don’t assume it’s authentic: Professional-looking websites, adverts or social media posts don’t indicate that an investment opportunity is genuine. Criminals can exploit the names of well-known brands or individuals to make their scams appear legitimate.
Don’t be rushed or pressured into making a decision: A genuine bank or financial organisation won’t force you to make a financial transaction on the spot. Always be wary if you’re pressured to invest quickly or promised returns that sound too good to be true.
Stay in control: Avoid unsolicited investment offers, especially those over cold calls. If you’re thinking about making an investment, get impartial advice from an independent financial adviser – never use an adviser from the company that contacted you, as this may be part of the scam.
Visit Take Five (takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/advice/) and Cyber Aware (cyberaware.gov.uk) for more information about how to protect yourself online.

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Does Facebooks BFF prove your account is secure? NO (Humberside Police)

Crime Prevention Advice

There is a rumour circulating on Facebook that if you type BFF in comments, and it shows up in green, then it means your Facebook account is secure.

THIS IS A HOAX!

Although it is true that Facebook comments including the word “BFF” in green are among known animations, its appearance (or lack thereof) is not related to account security in any way. A missing green “BFF” does not indicate anyone’s account was compromised ay any point, and instead most likely relates to browser settings

This article explains:
www.snopes.com/fact-check/does-facebooks-bff-prove-account-secure/

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Business Burglaries Hull City Centre (Humberside Police)

A burglary has been reported in your area.

A number of burglaries have been reported in the city centre (Myton) area where a single person has broken into some business premises. On each occasion a substantial amount of money has been taken from the till and/or safe. Please remain vigilant and consider your security measures.

If you saw or heard anything, or have any information about the below incident please call 101

Alternatively you can contact the independent charity Crimestoppers, anonymously, on 0800 555 111, or online at www.crimestoppers-uk.org

Visit our Website for burglary prevention advice and register your property via Immobilise here.

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Additional ASB patrols on North Hull (Humberside Police)

Good News!

All of this week there will be additional patrols in the North Hull area to crackdown on anti social behaviour (ASB). We will be in greater numbers to prevent problems, provide reassurance and deal with any issues. We will be focussing on some of the following areas:

Ellerburn Avenue shops
Endike Lane
The Quadrant
Cottingham Road
Tesco, Hall Road

We will also be available to respond to reported issues in your specific area so please call us on 101 to report incidents occurring or speak to an officer on patrol.

Also look out for our community team officers at Tesco on Hall Road this weekend between 10am and 2pm. Come along and speak to us.

Visit our website for crime prevention advice & follow us on

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Magazine Advertise Debt Alert (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Victims receive a telephone call from someone purporting to be a bailiff enforcing a court judgement, attempting to recover funds for a non-existent debt. The fraudsters state the debt originates from the victim not paying a magazine advertisement subscription.

A variety of magazine names and publishers are being used by the fraudsters, who also commonly use the names of certified Bailiff Enforcement Agents such “Scott Davis”, “Stephen King” and “Mark Taylor”. These are names of certified Bailiff Enforcement Agents employed by debt enforcement companies.

The fraudsters request that the debt be repaid by bank transfer. If the victim refuses, they threaten to visit the victim’s home or place of work to recover the debt that is owed.

Once the money has been transferred, victims are not provided with receipt details of the payment or contact details. Later when victims make enquiries, they’ll discover that the debt did not exist, and often that no advertisement was placed.

This type of fraud is nationwide. Since 2017, there have been 52 Action Fraud Reports relating to this fraud. From the reports received, there are a range of different businesses and individuals being targeted.

Protection Advice:

1. Listen to your instinct: just because someone knows your basic details, such as your name and address, it doesn’t mean they are genuine.

2. Stay in control: always question cold callers: always contact the companies directly using a known email or phone number.

3. Don’t be rushed or pressured into making a decision: a legitimate company will be prepared to wait whilst you verify information.

If you have been affected by this, or any other type of fraud, report it to Action Fraud by visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 123 2040.

Visit Take Five (takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/advice/) and Cyber Aware (cyberaware.gov.uk) for more information about how to protect yourself online.

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Online Marketplace Fraud Advice For Sellers (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Action Fraud has received several reports indicating that sellers of items on online marketplace websites are falling victim to fraud by bogus buyers. Typically, the bogus buyers contact the seller wanting to purchase the item for sale and advise they will be sending the requested amount via PayPal or other electronic payment method. The seller then receives a fake, but official looking email stating they have been paid more than the asking price and to send the difference back to the buyer’s bank account. In reality, no money has ever been sent to the seller; the bogus buyer has spoofed an email and purported to be an online payment company. All contact is then severed with the seller.

It is important to remember that selling anything could make you a target to these fraudsters however the NFIB has identified that those offering sofas, large furniture and homeware are particularly vulnerable.

Protection Advice

• Don’t assume an email or phone call is authentic. Remember criminals can imitate any email address. Stay in control. Always use a trusted payment method online, such as Paypal, and have the confidence to refuse unusual requests for payment like bank transfers.

• Don’t be rushed or pressured into making a decision. Always verify that you have received payment from the buyer before completing a sale.

• Listen to your instincts. Criminals will try and make unusual behaviour, like overpaying, seem like a genuine mistake.

Visit Take Five (takefive-stopfraud.org.uk/advice/) and Cyber Aware (cyberaware.gov.uk) for more information about how to protect yourself online.

If you have been affected by this, or any other type of fraud, report it to Action Fraud by visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk or by calling 0300 123 2040.

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Nets found in the Thames (Angling Trust)

A large, illegally set trammel type net has been removed from the tidal R.Thames. This was reported to the Environment Agency at approximately 1800 25/03/18 as the net was exposed over low water. The net, measuring approximately 100m x 2m, was set in the river near Ham House, Richmond. Please report any suspicious sightings to the EA hotline number 0800 80 70 60 .

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Drugs warrant executed on Needlers Way (Humberside Police)

On 16/3/18 a Drugs warrant was executed by community officers and proactive officers at an address on Needlers way. Entry was gained by force and damaged caused to the front door. A quantity of class A drugs and 4 large cannabis plants were seized. The occupant wasn't at home at the time but he later attended Clough road police station where he was interviewed for possession and cultivation of controlled drugs.The message is clear if you deal in drugs in your community then you may well expect an unexpected door knock from us.PC1155 Morley

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Welcome to new users (Humberside Police)

Thank to all new users who registered for My Community Alerts on Bethune Avenue, Hull today. Look out for future alerts in relation to issues in your community. PCSO 7521 Lucy HowdenPickering Road Police Station

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Matthew McNamara jailed for breaching his CBO (Humberside Police)

Matthew McNamara who is a persistent and sometimes aggressive beggar who targets people along Princes Avenue appeared at court on the 15th for three breaches of the CBO. He was sentenced to 16 weeks in prison.Because of his persistent anti-social behaviour over the past two years during the term of his CBO which is due to expire on 5th May the court was asked to extend it by another two years which they granted. His CBO will continue with the same conditions until May 2020.PC1155 Steve Morley

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Here’s our latest e-newsletter Our News.

We’ve listened to your feedback and this time we’ve included the newsletter as an attachment to this Alert message.

You can also click here to read the newsletter on our website.

This edition contains some great advice including

a new campaign from Dogs Trust to help stop dog theft
keeping your email secure
plus lots of news from across our network.

We hope you enjoy it but please do not reply to this message !
If you need to change your details on the Neighbourhood Alert messaging system you will need to log-in to do so!
Best wishes,
the Neighbourhood Watch Network

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How to protect your email against criminals (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Email accounts contain more than just your emails.

Email accounts contain a wealth of sensitive information. Criminals can use your email to reset passwords or obtain personal and financial information, such as your bank details, full address or DOB, leaving you vulnerable to identity theft and fraud.

Secure your email account with two simple steps…

1 - Use a strong, separate password
2 - Enable two-factor authentication

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News From This Area

13 Mar 2017

Man issued restraining order after 20 years of abuse

Hull: Don’t live with abuse, report it on 101

A 64-year-old man from North Hull has been given a restraining order preventing him from harassing his neighbours following years of racial abuse.

4 Jan 2017

Make the resolution to keep your bike safe

Humberside: Bicycles remain a popular present so please ensure you keep yours safe and register it on-line

We are urging cycle owners to make cycle security and registration their New Year’s resolution.

Bikes are always popular presents - from that memorable first bike to the latest top-spec machine for an enthusiastic amateur.

4 Jan 2017

Woman arrested following bogus caller incidents

Hull: Any other victims are urged to call 101

We are appealing to trace further victims after vulnerable victims have been targeted by a bogus caller in Hull.

In at least two incidents a woman has approached homes of elderly and vulnerable people, before claiming to be a housing officers or carer to gain entry to their homes. Once inside the offender has then tricked the victim to hand over money.

30 Dec 2016

Register your Christmas gifts on Immobilise

Humberside: Please help us tackle the stolen goods market

We are urging people to get any new gifts they have bought or receive over Christmas registered free with the property logging website www.Immobilise.com.

Doing so will mean your valuables are more likely to be returned if lost or stolen, as well as potentially catching a criminal in possession of stolen goods.

6 Dec 2016

Man charged with burglary

Hull: Morgan will go on trial at Hull Crown Court next year

A Hull man charged with seven counts of burglary is due to go on trial before Hull Crown Court on Wednesday, January 4.

Danny Morgan, 40, of Dorado Close, is further charged with possession of heroin.

Following an initial appearance before Hull and Holderness Magistrates Court on December 1, he has been remanded in custody pending his trial at Hull Crown Court.

26 Oct 2016

Sign up for Lifestyle 2016

Humberside: Lifestyle 2016 launched at Princes Quay on Saturday

Humberside Police’s Lifestyle project -which has inspired over 160,000 young people to make a difference in their community since 1989 - launched at Princes Quay on Saturday 7 May and teams are now being urged to register at www.humberside.police.uk/lifestyle.

19 Feb 2016

Operation Impact tackles drug dealing

Humberside wide: Over 50 arrests, large quantity of drugs seized, money & property confiscated, weapons recovered during the Operation

Humberside Police are hailing Operation Impact – ‘a focus on tackling drug dealing and organised crime across the Humberside area’ - a success.

30 Nov 2015

Domestic Abuse – Safeguarding Children and Adults

What is MARAC and why is it so important?

If a person poses a serious risk to a partner or to others in our community, the police and our partners will implement a plan to ensure the public is protected and victims supported.
A week into the domestic abuse campaign, we offer an insight into the efforts Humberside Police and our partners make to keep our communities safe.

23 Nov 2015

Life can be better than this

Domestic Abuse: Speak Out, We Will Listen

Would it surprise you to know on average a victim will encounter 35 abusive incidents before they consider reporting it to the police?

14 Jul 2015

Hunt for suspected bike thief

Hull: Can you identify man on CCTV?

Can you help to trace a man suspected of stealing a bike from a Wyke College, Hull?

The white Claud Butler bike, decorated with red lines, was double locked in the bicycle shed at the Grammar School Road college on May 11.

However, between 12.40pm and 4pm the bike was stolen.

Key Information

There are plenty of opportunities for you to meet your local officers and talk to them about problems you're worried about. You can pop along to Police Surgeries, which are informal drop-in sessions at well visited places in the community. It's a chance to meet your local officers, tell them about crime and antisocial behaviour in your area and get crime prevention advice.

You can also have a say in what your local police and other agencies focus on in your area at Priority Setting Meetings. Any member of the community can go along and talk to local officers and PCSO's, council workers and people from Fire and Rescue about issues you face. What you say at these meetings will help the policing teams decide how they should focus their resources in your area. If you think we're getting it right or wrong at the moment, come along and have your say.

How to get in touch

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Priorities

Last Updated 14 Sep 2017

Priority	Start Date	Details
1	14 Sep 2017	Anti Social Behaviour (Cropton Park)

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Community Alerts

FIFA World Cup 2018 Ticket Alert (Action Fraud (NFIB))

national Rural Crime Survey (Angling Trust)

Nuisance Motorcycles Hull West Area (Humberside Police)

Fraudulent Cryptocurrency Investments and Fake Endorsements (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Does Facebooks BFF prove your account is secure? NO (Humberside Police)

Business Burglaries Hull City Centre (Humberside Police)

Additional ASB patrols on North Hull (Humberside Police)

Magazine Advertise Debt Alert (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Online Marketplace Fraud Advice For Sellers (Action Fraud (NFIB))

Nets found in the Thames (Angling Trust)

Drugs warrant executed on Needlers Way (Humberside Police)

Welcome to new users (Humberside Police)

Matthew McNamara jailed for breaching his CBO (Humberside Police)

Neighbourhood Watch e-newsletter - latest edition (Neighbourhood Watch)

How to protect your email against criminals (Action Fraud (NFIB))

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