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Scammers target property repair payments in Gedling borough

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SCAMMERS are targeting people in Gedling borough expecting to make a payment for property repairs.

The fraudsters have been contacting people on email, pretending to be the tradesman who recently completed work at the property. They use a similar email address to that of the genuine tradesman.

They will ask for payment for the completed work to be made using bank transfer. Once payment is made, victims only realise they have been deceived when the genuine tradesman requests payment for their services.

A spokesman from Action Fraud said: “Always check the email address is exactly the same as previous correspondence with the genuine contact. For any request for payment via email, verify the validity of the request with a phone call to the person who carried out the work.”

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If you believe you have been a victim of fraud you can report it online at http://www.actionfraud.police.uk or 0300 123 2040

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