The East Riding of Yorkshire Clinical Commissioning Group have released the following warning:
With the recent approval of multiple vaccines in the UK, scam attempts are likely to continue as fraudsters look to take advantage of the rollout.
Fraudsters are taking advantage of Covid-19 and the vaccination rollout.
Be alert:
Do NOT click on links in unknown texts – always check it first
NEVER give out your personal details.
Cold calls regarding the vaccine are also beginning to take place.
If you, or anyone you know, have been affected by this fraud or any other scam, report it to Action Fraud by calling 0300 1232040 or visiting www.actionfraud.police.uk.
