Action Fraud is the UK's national fraud and internet crime reporting centre

We provide a central point of contact for information about fraud and financially motivated internet crime. If you've been scammed, ripped off or conned, there is something you can do about it. Report fraud to us and receive a police crime reference number.

Action Fraud is not an emergency service - dial 999 if you are in immediate danger.

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Identity fraud UK hotspots revealedIdentity fraud UK hotspots revealed
The credit reference agency Experian has named East Ham in London as the area people are most likely to be the victims of identity fraud [19 June 2013]

Phishing scammers jailed for attempted £59m fraudPhishing scammers jailed for attempted £59m fraud
An estimated £59m worth of fraud has been prevented in the UK after three men were convicted for launching a sophisticated phishing scam to access the accounts of bank customers in 14 countries [19 June 2013]

Buyers beware of online car scamBuyers beware of online car scam
After an investigation into a complicated car scam, Northumberland County Council’s public protection service is warning people to be cautious when buying vehicles online [18 June 2013]

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Frauds committed in the UK will be reported to Action Fraud; from Individuals up to larger corporations and financial Institutions. Find out more by clicking on an icon below.

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