Shoppers in Gedling borough are being warned after reports of fraudsters targeting Morrisons customers and attempting to get their personal details.
Morrisons, which has a supermarket in Netherfield, has issued an urgent alert over a number of scam emails, text messages and social media posts from third parties posing as the supermarket.in a bid to shoppers’ details.
The fake message offers customers £40 worth of vouchers to spend at the supermarket.
Following the instructions will allow fraudsters to access to sensitive details.
The warning reads: “We are aware of a number of spam emails, text messages and social media posts from third-parties posing as Morrisons for the purpose of fraudulent activity.
“If you receive one of these suspicious messages, please do not click any links, open attachments or enter personal information.
“We would never ask for your personal details in order to redeem a voucher.
“If you believe you have been contacted please contact us on ‘0345 611 6111’ or call Action Fraud on ‘0300 123 2040’.
“You can also visit ‘www.actionfraud.police.uk’ to report fraudulent activity to the authorities.”
