Swann’s scam warning

BALLYMENA residents are being warned by UUP MLA Robin Swann to be wary of an email scam which, he fears, could trick people into parting with their money.
By The Newsroom
Published 22nd Jul 2011, 12:29 BST

Assemblyman Swann says the email scam tries to give an air of truth by mentioning the name of British Prime Minister David Cameron in its content.

He said: “The latest scam gives the impression of being a genuine request for information, but it is an elaborate hoax to trick people into parting with their financial details.

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“I have already contacted the police and Trading Standards authorities in a bid to protect North Antrim constituents from this.

“Given the tough economic climate in which we live, I appeal to constituents to be exceptionally wary of such email which at first sight may seem tempting. However, we have got to be aware of the dangers posed by online criminals.

“Everyone should keep in regular contact with their banks and building societies and brief themselves on the proper methods used to verify transactions.”

Assemblyman Swann.