Finally, people should also be alert via their social media and when looking online.
This is because devious scammers are adapting their behaviours in an attempt to reel in unwitting victims.
In fact, some scammers even go as far as pretending to be a family member or friend in need of help to target Britons.
Dr Meg Arroll, chartered psychologist, added: “In times of stress, people tend to forget to take a moment to breathe and objectively evaluate their situation.
