Phone Scammers Hit Isle of Wight Residents with Dodgy BT Sales Pitch
Phone scammers are targeting Isle of Wight residents, pretending to work for BT. Their pitch? Sell fake phone equipment to stop nuisance calls. But there’s a nasty catch.
£47 Ripped from Bank Accounts
Victims who go along with the scam are asked for bank details, only to be hit with a £47 charge. Locals have reported this dishonest racket, warning others to stay sharp.
Protect Yourself from Phone Fraud
- Never give out your bank or personal info over the phone.
- If you’re not sure, hang up immediately.
- For advice on scams and how to protect yourself, visit iwight.com/iwasp.
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