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Supporting small businesses to be cyber aware

PCC Mark Shelford is supporting the NCSC latest Cyber Aware, aiming to help sole traders, micro businesses and small organisations to stay safe online.

Fraud 21 Mar 2023
Don’t fall for a heart-breaking crime this Valentine’s Day

PCC Mark Shelford and Avon and Somerset Police are urging local people to spot the signs of heart-breaking romance fraud this Valentine’s Day.

Fraud 10 Feb 2023
Working to stop people becoming victims of fraud and cyber-crime across Avon and Somerset

There are between 800-1000 reports of fraud and cyber-crime every month in Avon and Somerset alone - these are just the cases that are reported.

Fraud 02 Feb 2023
Seven tips to keep fraudsters away this Christmas

Despite being the season of festive cheer, fraudsters will be planning ways to take advantage of people’s goodwill for their own financial benefit.

Fraud 15 Dec 2022
PCC urgers shoppers to be safe this Black Friday & Cyber Monday

PCC Mark Shelford for Avon and Somerset is urging people to be extra careful when online shopping.

Fraud 25 Nov 2022
Don’t be used as a money mule

PCC Mark Shelford is encouraging parents and carers to spot the signs of their young adult falling for ‘get rich quick’ traps and becoming a money mule.

Fraud 08 Nov 2022
Preventing fraud in our communities

The OPCC has distributed fraud protection postcards to over 160,000 households across 60 postcodes to help prevent local people falling victim to scammers.

Fraud 17 Oct 2022
PCC urging residents to #BeCyberSmart

As part of Cybersecurity Awareness Month, PCC Mark Shelford is urging local people and businesses to remain vigilant to protect themselves online.

Fraud 14 Oct 2022
Make sure you spot courier fraud warning signs

Thousands of pounds have been lost by victims of courier fraud scams in recent weeks.

Fraud 24 Aug 2022
Man jailed for attempting to deceive woman in romance fraud scam

A fraudster has been jailed after trying to deceive a woman he met through a dating site to transfer him money.

Fraud 09 Aug 2022