What to do when you think you have been scammed

Speed is of the essence, so here are some steps to follow if you suspect fraud

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Martyn James, a consumer rights expert, says most scams involve getting you to transfer money directly or obtaining enough personal information to access your bank account, or using private details to start a new account under your name - also known as identity fraud.