Where to Report Fraud
- Online: Visit reportfraud.police.uk (available 24/7).
- By Phone: Call 0300 123 2040 (Monday to Friday 8am – 8pm).
- In Scotland: Report directly to Police Scotland by calling 101.
- Emergency: If the fraud is in progress, the suspect is nearby, or you are in immediate danger, call 999.
What to Do Immediately
- Contact Your Bank:Â If you have lost money or shared financial details, contact your bank or card provider immediately using the number on the back of your card.
- Report Suspicious Emails: Forward them to report@phishing.gov.uk.
- Report Suspicious Texts: Forward them to 7726 (free of charge).
- Report Suspicious Adverts: Report to the Advertising Standards Authority (ASA).
Specific Types of Fraud
- Benefit Fraud: Report to GOV.UK.
- Tax Fraud/Evasion: Report to HMRC.
- Postal Scams:Â Report to Royal Mail.
What Information to Gather
Before reporting, collect details such as:
- Names, phone numbers, email addresses, or website URLs of the scammers.
- How and when money was transferred.
- What information was shared (passwords, PINs, etc.).
When you report to Report Fraud, you will receive a police crime reference number, which can be used to help with your case.