Dear resident,

Going back to school, college, or University? Top frauds targeting young people revealed as Action Fraud warns about a total loss of £143.7 million last year

Students and those going back to university are being warned about the top fraud types affecting young people, as new data reveals almost 69,000 reports were received from people aged between 11 and 29, losing a total of £143.7 million in 2023.

Action Fraud, the national fraud and cybercrime reporting service, has launched a student safety campaign, revealing the top frauds to look out for and how to prevent themselves from becoming a target. 

This year, Action Fraud reveals the top five frauds most reported by those aged between 11 and 29 to give students and young people a heads up on what to look out to protect themselves. 

Please see attached flyer and pass to anyone you feel may benefit from this information.

Thank you