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Impersonation fraud occurs when a scammer pretends to be someone else, such as a government official, or a familiar contact like a family member or friend, to deceive victims into sending them money.
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1 in 17 Adults in the UK are victims of scams and fraud
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Understanding Impersonation Fraud
Impersonation fraud occurs when scammers pretend to be someone you trust, such as a government official, family member, or company representative, to steal money or personal information.
Common Impersonation Fraud Scenarios
- Posing as tax officials demanding unpaid taxes.
- Impersonating tech support to access personal or financial data.
- Faking a loved one's identity to request emergency funds.
Scammers typically ask for immediate payment using untraceable methods like wire transfers or gift cards.
Dynamics of Impersonation Fraud
These frauds exploit trust and fear, using pressure and urgency to convince victims to act hastily. They often use personal information gathered from social media or data breaches to appear more legitimate.
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The Effects of Romance 'Fraud'
Fraud poses a significant threat to the people, prosperity, and security of the UK. It is by far the most common crime and now accounts for over 40% of all offences in England and Wales.
1 in 17
In just one year, 1 in 17 adults were victims of fraud *
£177.6 million
Impersonation scams in 2022 costing at total of £177.6 million **
45,367
There were 45,367 reported cases of impersonation scams in 2022
51%
Only 51 per cent of people always check whether a request for money or personal information is legitimate. **
Sources: The statastics are referenced from independent 3rd party organizations
*Source: Crime Survey for England and Wales, (Sept 2023) ** ** https://www.ukfinance.org.uk/
