Scammers used a fraud tactic called social engineering that makes victims share personal information or perform actions that benefit the scammer without knowing
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Santander has issued an urgent warning after a pensioner lost over £800 in a “highly believable” scam.
One pensioner was duped out of cash after receiving a call from a man posing as an employee at a mobile phone giant.
Scammers used a fraud tactic called social engineering that makes victims share personal information or perform actions that benefit the scammer without knowing.
Before realising that they’ve been scammed, it’s often too late.
“This man had access to all of my account details and was able to tell me very precise details about the payments I was making,” the 73-year-old told Ayrshire Live.
“I would like to think that I ask a lot of questions and wouldn’t fall for a scam, so this was very unsettling.
“When I became suspicious and eventually found out I had been scammed, I was angry that anyone could have access to such details in the first place.
“It is appalling that this type of person is out there and willing to try and profit from other people.”
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Santander has now warned its customers to remain vigilant when handing over personal details.
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