Wakefield residents warned of recent incidents of fraud

Tuesday, 24 December 2019 10:12

Police are warning residents to be vigilant following recent fraud offences in Wakefield.

Wakefield District Crimes Investigation Department are investigating the offences in which suspects are phoning up their victims pretending to be police officers, then advising their victims that they need to withdraw cash.

Then the suspects have contacted the victim again to check the serial numbers on the notes, the suspect then tells the victim the notes are fake, and someone will attend their address to collect the money.

The first offence took place in Crofton on Monday 16 December when on two occasions the suspect came to the house and stole thousands of pounds.

The second offence happened in the Alverthorpe area on Tuesday 17 December when a second suspect stole thousands of pounds.

A 17-year-old male has been arrested and has been released under investigation.

Enquiries are ongoing to locate the other suspects.

Detective Inspector Phil Davis of Wakefield CID said: “Police officers would never ask you to withdraw money from a bank. If you received a visit from someone purporting to be a police officer, ask to see their identification card.

“All police officers whether in uniform or not carry identification. You can always phone 101 to check the officer’s credentials.

“We would ask residents to be vigilant, challenge anyone who comes without an appointment to your home.

“Fraud is a crime, if you have been a victim of fraud you should contact Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040.”

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