Police in the Scottish Borders are investigating the loss of over £220,000 to scammers as they urge members of the public to be vigilant.
Five residents reported the frauds between May 26 and June 9.Three of the incidents reported to police were investment scams.Fake online companies took advantage of vulnerable people by claiming they would invest their money.Did you know you can keep up to date with the latest news by signing up to our daily newsletter?We send a morning and lunchtime newsletter covering the latest headlines every day.We also send coronavirus updates at 5pm on weekdays, and a round up of the week's must-read stories on Sunday afternoons.Signing up is simple, easy and free.You can pop your email address into the sign up box.
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