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These fake emails are after your Amazon login details!

We’ve had an increased number of reports about these fake emails purporting to be from Amazon. The subject line and content of the emails vary, but they all contain links leading to phishing websites designed to steal your Amazon login details.

Always question unsolicited requests for your personal or financial information in case it’s a scam. Never automatically click on a link in an unexpected email or text.​​​​​​​

 

Missing Person: Burton Agnes Hall - Can you help?


We're concerned for the safety of 74 year-old Marian TURTON who has gone missing from Burton Agnes Hall (Jazz Festival). 

Marian was last seen on 14/07/2018 but hasn't been seen since 21:00 hours. We have concerns about Marian medical condition due to the fact Marian hasn't taken her medication with her.

We're asking people living near to Burton Agnes Hall to check outbuildings, gardens and vehicles as we continue our search for Marian Turton, We've been working through the day and now into the night to try and find her.

Marian Turton, 74, had been camping with her husband at the Burton Agnes Jazz Festival at Burton Agnes Hall when she disappeared at approximately 21:00 hours.

Marian is an elderly female, with shoulder length hair. wearing a green cardigan and green velvet trousers. Please be assured we are doing everything we can to find Marian. Thank you so far for your help

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of Marian please call 999 immediately, or call 101, quoting the log number provided below.

Log Number: 756 14/07/2018

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Missing Person: Burton Agnes Hall - Can you help?


We're concerned for the safety of 74 year-old Marion TURTON who has gone missing from Burton Agnes Hall, Jazz Festival.

Marion was last seen on 14/07/18 but hasn't been seen since 21:00 hours.

Marion is a white female aged 74 of small building, blonde shoulder length hair, wearing a green top and green velvet trousers

If you have any information regarding the whereabouts of INSERT NAME please call 999 immediately, or call 101, quoting the log number provided below.

Log Number: 756 14/07/18

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Here's the latest edition of our popular e-newsletter Our News.

Inside there's lots of advice on keeping you safe, member offers and news on how our members are shaping the future of Neighbourhood Watch.

Click here to read it on our website.

www.ourwatch.org.uk/knowledge/news-read-latest-e-newsletter/

Best wishes,
NW National Support Team

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Watch out for these fake Argos texts offering refunds

These fake text messages purport to be from Argos and claim that you’re owed a refund. The link in the messages lead to phishing websites designed to steal your personal information, as well as payment details.

Always question unsolicited requests for your personal or financial information in case it’s a scam. Never automatically click on a link in an unexpected email or text.

Dear Neighbourhood Watch supporter,

Our application process is now open for Trustee positions on the Neighbourhood Watch Network (NWN) Board.

This year, we are hoping to build on the success of our current Board by seeking individuals with skills and/or experience in the following areas;


Leadership (Chair & Vice Chair positions)
Organisation and governance (Secretary position)
Financial management (Treasurer position)
Neighbourhood Watch membership (x3 positions)
Impact, evaluation and research
Youth engagement
Government policy
Fundraising 
Digital technology


 If you are interested in any of the above roles, please complete an application form and return to NWN by no later than 12 July 2018. Return details are listed within the application form.

 

To download the application form and find out more, please click the following links;

Trustee Application Form
Trustee Application Guidance Notes
Trustees Roles and Responsibilities

 

The election of successful candidates will take place at the NWN Annual General Meeting (AGM) due to take place on Thursday 2 August 2018, in London. Appointments are due to be announced across the Network shortly after the AGM.

 

If you have any questions about the available positions, please do not hesitate to get in touch with sundeep.moore@ourwatch.org.uk

 

Kind regards,

NWN  National Support Team

There is concern that victims of previous Computer Software Service Fraud (CSSF) are being re-targeted for “owed money”. The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) reports that CSSF scammers are returning to contact previous victims, requesting that they pay money owed for a fake malware protection service they had provided. Alternatively, the fraudster will ask for a new subscription fee in return for protection from a new threat. The victims that have made payments to the fraudsters have done so via credit/debit card payments. In some instances threatening and aggressive language has been used against victims, as part of the attempt to coerce them into sending money.

 

Computer Software Service Fraud involves the victim being contacted, told that there is a problem with their computer, and that for a fee this issue can be resolved. The aim of the fraudster at this point is usually to gain remote access to the victim’s computer and, subsequently, access to their online banking account. No fix actually occurs. The victims will often be cold-called or will receive a pop-up on their computer, prompting them to phone the suspect.

 

Since the beginning of this year (2018), the total loss for repeat victims of CSSF has been reported as £16,712.85. The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau has noticed an increase in such reports since the beginning of May.

 

Protect Yourself

 

• If you receive such an unsolicited call or pop-up, do not make a payment. Always ensure you know who you are talking to. If in doubt, hang up immediately.

• Do not allow remote access to your computer.

• Don’t be rushed or pressured into making a decision. Under no circumstances would a genuine bank, or another trusted organisation, force you to make a financial transaction on the spot; they would never ask you to transfer money into another account for fraud reasons. Remember to stop and take time to carefully consider your actions.

• Listen to your instincts. If something feels wrong then it is usually right to question it.  Criminals may lull you into a false sense of security when you are out and about or rely on your defences being down when you’re in the comfort of your own home. They may appear trustworthy, but they may not be who they claim to be.

 

For more information about how to protect yourself online, visit www.cyberaware.gov.uk and takefive-stopfraud.org.uk

 

If you have been a victim of fraud or cybercrime, report it to us at Actionfraud.police.uk, or by calling 0300 123 2040.

These fake text messages purport to be from EE and claim that you haven’t paid a bill. The link in the message leads to a phishing website designed to steal your EE account login details, as well as personal & financial information.

Don’t be tricked into giving a fraudster access to your personal or financial details. Never automatically click on a link or attachment in an unexpected email or text.

For more information on how to stay secure online, visit www.cyberaware.gov.uk

It’s National Neighbourhood Watch Week 2018 (NNWW18) and we’ve got some exciting news to share with you!

 

This year to mark NNWW18 we’ve created a fantastic, brand new section of our popular website to share new and important information on keeping you and your neighbours safe. Because crime is changing and we want to do our bit to make all communities safer and stronger across England and Wales .

 

Click here to look at all the new information we’re sharing about crimes and modern issues that cause such significant harm in our communities.

 

NNWW18 runs until next Sunday, June 24– it’s our annual week of social action across our network of 2.3 million member households - so it’s a perfect time to take a look and share the knowledge!

 

On our website you’ll find new information, statistics and practical Toolkits that you can share on:

•             Domestic Abuse – which we know affects all communities

•             Serious Violence – particularly knife crime

•             Vulnerability and loneliness – affecting more people as families become more mobile

•             Fraud and scams – electronic and traditional

•             High harm crimes – Modern Slavery, Child Sexual Exploitation etc.

 

Please do tell us what you’re doing to mark NNWW18 – email Lisa Parker lisa.parker@ourwatch.org.uk so we can showcase your good work across our media channels!

 

The Twitter hashtag for the week is #NNWW18 and you can follow us at @N_Watch

 

Have a great week!

Neighbourhood Watch Network

The National Fraud Intelligence Bureau has identified an increasing number of reports submitted to Action Fraud from the public concerning courier fraud.
 

Fraudsters are contacting victims by telephone and purporting to be a police officer or bank official. To substantiate this claim, the caller might be able to confirm some easily obtainable basic details about the victim such as their full name and address. They may also offer a telephone number for the victim to call to check that they are genuine; this number is not genuine and simply redirects to the fraudster who pretends to be a different person. After some trust has been established, the fraudster will then, for example, suggest;
 

- Some money has been removed from a victim’s bank account and staff at their local bank branch are responsible.

- Suspects have already been arrested but the “police” need money for evidence.

- A business such as a jewellers or currency exchange is operating fraudulently and they require assistance to help secure evidence.

 

Victims are then asked to cooperate in an investigation by attending their bank and withdrawing money, withdrawing foreign currency from an exchange or purchasing an expensive item to hand over to a courier for examination who will also be a fraudster. Again, to reassure the victim, a safe word might be communicated to the victim so the courier appears genuine.
 

At the time of handover, unsuspecting victims are promised the money they’ve handed over or spent will be reimbursed but in reality there is no further contact and the money is never seen again.

Protect Yourself


Your bank or the police will never:

- Phone and ask you for your PIN or full banking password.

- Ask you to withdraw money to hand over to them for safe-keeping, or send someone to your home to collect cash, PIN, cards or cheque books if you are a victim of fraud.

 

Don’t assume an email or phone call is authentic
Just because someone knows your basic details (such as your name and address or even your mother’s maiden name), it doesn’t mean they are genuine. Be mindful of who you trust – criminals may try and trick you into their confidence by telling you that you’ve been a victim of fraud
 

Stay in control

If something feels wrong then it is usually right to question it. Have the confidence to refuse unusual requests for personal or financial information.

 

For more information about how to protect yourself online visit

www.cyberaware.gov.uk  and www.takefive.stopfraud.org.uk  

Crime Prevention Advice

 Recently there was an incident in Beverley where a resident was defrauded out of a large sum of money by a rouge trader.

What is a distraction burglar or rogue trader?

• A distraction burglar is someone who gains access to your property by distracting or tricking their way in to steal cash or valuables.

• While rogue trader is a cold caller who deliberately overcharges for unsatisfactory goods and/or services. This can include: charging for unnecessary work, damaging property deliberately in order to obtain money, leaving work unfinished and intimidating behaviour in order to extort money.
 
 
To prevent falling foul of rogue trader please follow the advice below:
• Never buy at the door and don’t let people you don’t know into your home.
• If you are unsure about whether the person at the door is who they claim to be – for example a council worker – take their name and shut and lock the door while you call their employer to check. Legitimate callers will not mind you doing this.
• When you answer the front door, ensure no rear or side doors and windows have been left insecure. It may be that the caller is trying to distract you while someone else sneaks in.
• If a trader cold calls check whether they are members of the Consumer Codes Approval Scheme or the Government Trust Mark scheme.
• If you want work done discuss it with a friend or family member who can help you find a reputable trader
• Don’t agree to any work or sign anything on the spot. Do not be pressured into having any work carried out.
• Never pay cash up front and never go to the bank or cash point with a trader





Visit our website for crime prevention advice

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Good Morning, Officers from the Beverley Neighbourhood Policing Team will be present at Woodmansey Primary School this morning to promote Operation Lifestyle 2018 with the winners of this years event receiving the experience of a lifetime to South Africa or DisneyLand Paris! Many other prizes are also available. Operation LIfestyle 2018 is also being promoted at all other schools in the Beverley area between now and the summer holidays. Operation Lifestyle is open to young people aged between 10 and 18 years who live or attend school in the Humberside Police area, with teams of between 2 and 5 members being able to enter. The main aim of Operation Lifestyle is for young people to come together and think of great ways to benefit their local community through project work. Projects can start from 1st July. this project may benefit yourself, your school, neighbours or event the environment! So what are you waiting for? get signed up today to take part in Operation Lifestyle 2018! you can also sign up online at www.humberside.police.uk/lifestyle. If you have any further questions please either call the Humberside Police Community Engagement Team on 01472 721218 or alternatively email at lifestyle@humberside.pnn.police.uk.

Community Safety News

[We work hard to prevent burglary and bring offenders to justice, however there are actions that householders can take to reduce the risk of being burgled.
Often many homes are left unsecured with doors and windows left open or unlocked, which provide easy access for a thief.
Make sure your doors and windows are closed and locked when you’re not in the room. Nearly half of all burglaries are down to someone leaving a door or window open
Make sure nothing of value is left on show to tempt thieves into breaking into your property.
Take your keys up to bed with you at night. This prevents thieves stealing your car.
Think about fitting a burglar alarm and security lighting – both to your home and outbuildings. It may be expensive, but they are very effective deterrents and can bring down your insurance costs.]


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:




 
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Cycle Safe Event, Saturday 16th June, 0900-1200

Humberside Police are working in conjunction with the East Riding of Yorkshire Council, UK Cycling and the Fire Brigade Community Safety Team to deliver a Cycle Safe event at the Beverley Leisure centre, 16/06/18 between 0900 - 1200 hours. 

Please come along and bring your cycle to be registered on Immobilise.com and receive crime prevention/safety advice around cycling. Staff from each agency will be present to answer any questions you may have, hope to see you there! 




Visit our website for crime prevention advice

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There has been an increase in reports made in May by TSB customers relating to “port-out” fraud. Fraudsters are number porting a victim’s telephone number to a SIM card under their control and then using the number to access the victim’s bank accounts.

 

The increase in the number of reports corresponds with the timing of TSB’s computer system update, which resulted in 1.9 million users being locked out of their accounts. Opportunistic fraudsters are using TSB’s system issue to target individuals, which follows the increase in phishing and smishing communications also targeting TSB customers this month. Victims’ bank account and personal details including their phone number are collected by the fraudster, providing them with the information to execute the fraud.

 

Number porting is a genuine service provided by telecommunication companies. It allows customers to keep their existing phone number and transfer it to a new SIM card. The existing network provider sends the customer a Port Authorisation Code (PAC), that when presented to the new provider allows the number to be transferred across. This service can, however, be abused by fraudsters.

 

To gain control of the victim’s phone number, fraudsters convince the victim’s mobile phone network provider to swap their number on to a SIM card in the fraudster’s control. Once the fraudster has control of the number they are able to intercept the victims’ text messages, allowing them to use services linked to the victim’s phone number. This can include requesting an online banking password reset or access to any two factor authentication services.

 

Victims have reported large losses as a result of this fraud. One victim initially dismissed text messages received from their network provider containing a PAC number. Two days later £6,000 was removed from the victim’s TSB current account. The victim subsequently contacted their phone provider and was informed that someone contacted the provider purporting to be the victim and had cancelled their contract and transferred their number to a new SIM. This action allowed the banking fraud to take place. 

 

Protect Yourself:

 

PAC Code notifications

If you receive an unsolicited notification about a PAC Code request, contact your network provider immediately to terminate the request. Also notify your bank about your phone number being compromised.
 

Clicking on links/files:

Don’t be tricked into giving a fraudster access to your personal or financial details. Never automatically click on a link in an unexpected email or text. Remember, criminals can spoof the phone numbers and email addresses of companies you know and trust, such as your bank.
 

Requests to move money:

A genuine bank or organisation will never contact you out of the blue to ask for your PIN, full password or to move money to another account.

 

Port-out Fraud versus SIM Swapping

Port-out fraud is often incorrectly referred to as SIM swap fraud. SIM swap fraud works in a similar fashion, however, instead of porting the victim’s number to a new network provider, the fraudster impersonates the victim and requests a new SIM card for their account. Once they have access to the new sim, they have access to the number.