Police are alerting people to scam texts being sent that are trying to trick people into sending money to them.
The force had a report earlier today from a woman who had received a text from an unknown number saying it was her daughter.
The text explained that she had damaged her phone and that she needed to get in touch with her on a different number. The scam then tells the victim that they are unable to pay a bill and that they need money sending to them.
Fortunately, on this occasion the intended victim, who lives in the north-east of the county, did not send any money to the scammers.
If you get a text of this type do not respond. Use a different form of contact with the person that is apparently attempting to contact you and always speak to them directly via a call.
Should you receive a text of this type please report it to your local police force using any of the non-emergency contact points.
If you live in Derbyshire you can do this by contacting:
- Facebook – send us a private message to our Facebook page
- Twitter – direct message our contact centre via @DerPolContact
- Website – We have several crime reporting tools on our website or use our online contact form
- Phone – call us on 101
