West Mercia Police has issued the warning today, stating that investment scams are increasingly sophisticated, as fraudsters can be financially knowledgeable.
He said: “If you’re contacted out of the blue about an investment opportunity, the chances are it’s a high-risk investment or a scam. “I want to reassure the public that we are working tirelessly with our colleagues in national and regional agencies to uncover these criminals and bring them to justice.
Time pressure – they might offer a bonus or discount if you invest before a set date or say the opportunity is only available for a short period
The biggest scam in Shropshire are those claiming to be police.