BOGUS callers have been operating a credit card scam which has affected people in Southend.
A person claiming to be from a credit card company rings the victim and tells them their card has been compromised.
They provide details such as the account number and expiry date before requesting the three digit security code from the reverse of the card.
If provided, this provides the caller with all of the information necessary to make purchases at the recipient’s expense.
Mick Holland, neighbourhood watch co-ordinator for Southend, said: “Unless you want to fund someone else’s lifestyle, anyone receiving such a call is advised to say nothing, terminate the call and advise your credit card security department of the attempt immediately.”
Anyone with information should call Essex Police on 0300 3334444.
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