Kildare Gardai Issue Advisory On Scam Calls Using Garda Station Phone Numbers.

Thursday, 23 September 2021 07:05

They say "The number calling appears to be the phone number of a genuine Garda station."

Kildare Gardai are issuing an advisory on scam calls, using the phone numbers of genuine Garda stations.

In a statement, Kildare Garda say there are several stages to these scam calls –

1. The person receiving the call is subjected to a pre-recorded or automated message that prompts them to select an option.

2. The person is then put through to a person alleging to be a member of An Garda Síochána.

3. The scammer either looks for personal information or informs the person that their details have been involved or linked to a crime.

4. After giving over personal details the victim receives a follow up call from another scammer seeking more details on behalf of An Garda SíochánaThis call appears to be coming from a genuine Garda station number.

Kildare Gardai add "An Garda Síochána will never make contact with members of the public in this fashion. Most members of the public realise these type of calls are not legitimate and do not engage with the scammers. However, An Garda Síochána appreciates that a section of society may have very little to no previous interaction with An Garda Síochána and may be more susceptible to this type of fraud."

Gardai are advising people who receive such calls:

• Do not engage with the caller.

• Do not return the call.

• Do not follow the automated instructions – Do not press 1 etc.

• Never transfer money.

• Never disclose personal or financial information.

• Hang up and end the call.

Gardai say "If you believe you may have fallen victim to this scam, contact your financial institution and report the matter to your local Garda station."

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