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Gardai issue warning over Covid-19 test and vaccine scam

An Garda Síochána at the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau (GNECB) are warning the public of a recent text message scam where persons are receiving text messages purporting to be from Health Service Executive (HSE) and advising the public to book ...

20 Aug 2021 at 15:18

Local News

Gardaí issue warning over 'fake collision' scam

Gardaí are warning the public to be vigilant following a report of a scam involving an alleged traffic collision. The scammer rang from a private number saying that he had been involved in a car crash with this person and that he had his drivers ...

15 Jan 2021 at 14:45

Local News

Pearse Doherty calls for policies to stem rise of investment scams and fraud

Donegal TD and Sinn Féin spokesperson on finance Pearse Doherty has called for action to be taken to tackle investment scams and financial fraud. The call comes as Fraudsmart, the fraud awareness initiative developed by the Banking and Payments ...

10 Mar 2023 at 15:06

Local News

Garda warn of e-mail scam claiming to be a Bailiff Service

An Garda Siochana have urged people to use vigilance in relation to an e-mail scam claiming to be a Bailiff Service. This correspondence states that an outstanding debt payment is due to a Bailiff Service and that failure to do so will result ...

07 Feb 2023 at 13:02

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WATCH: Investment scams are becoming harder to spot - gardaí offer advice for consumers

An Garda Síochána are reminding the public to be aware of the rise in investment fraud scams. A spokesperson said: "Unfortunately such scams are becoming more prevalent, particularly during the pandemic due to increased online traffic and ...

23 May 2021 at 13:10

National News

€16 million lost to fraudulent scams in Ireland last year

Fraudulent scams cost victims in Ireland almost 16 million euro last year, a rise of almost 80 percent. The increase has been closely linked to the upheaval caused by the Covid-19 pandemic. Research led by the Banking and Payments ...

07 Oct 2021 at 11:29

Local News

WARNING: Bogus email in circulation seeking a refund of unemployment payments

A warning has been issued over a bogus welfare email in circulation which is seeking a refund of unemployment payments. Fianna Fáil TD for Carlow, Jennifer Murnane O'Connor, has advised people to be mindful of the scam. She said: ...

21 Apr 2020 at 16:06

National News

'Not to click the link' - Staying informed on scam text messages

As scam text messages become more widespread, it is important to be aware of scams that exist to keep yourself informed and to ensure you are protected from digital danger. Newstalk's Technology Correspondent Jess Kelly spoke ...

01 Nov 2021 at 16:29

Local News

BEWARE: Advice to Social Welfare customers on disclosing financial details

The Department of Employment Affairs and Social Protection has become aware that some members of the public have received emails from support@mywelfare.com telling them that they are entitled to the Covid-19 payment and to ...

26 Jul 2020 at 16:01

National News

National: Bank warning on new remote access scam as attempts to steal money rise

A warning has been issued to bank customers about a new scam in which fraudsters are attempting to gain remote access to computers and bank accounts. Bank of Ireland is urging customers to be on their guard due to a new ...

14 Sept 2023 at 10:12

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Alert: Recent 'Smishing' scam from fraudsters purporting to be from Permanent TSB

Gardai at the Garda National Economic Crime Bureau (GNECB) are warning the public of a recent smishing scam where persons are receiving text messages purporting to be from Permanent TSB advising of 'unusual activity' ...

22 Jul 2021 at 09:46

Local News

Donegal councillor raises fears over scam artists at work

It's the Christmas present nobody wants - especially hard working local businesses! Sadly the spirit of the festive season was missing in the Twin Towns of Ballybofey and Stranorlar as shops reported attempts were ...

30 Dec 2019 at 12:01

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