Fraud Blogs

In an effort to try and prevent people becoming victims of fraud in the first place this blog section provides a unique insight into how fraudsters actually operate, including their tradecraft and methodology. Perhaps controversially, we do this using a retired Detective Chief Superintendent from the Metropolitan Police Service quizzing a reformed fraudster and highlighting the red flags you should look out for. These blogs are not written using police jargon or legal terminology, but rather in style of a conversation you may overhear in a coffee shop.

Meet the blogger

Writing a blog about fraud is as much a surprise to me as reading it is to you. Yes, I was a fraudster - and a successful one at that. I don't think that I'm a monster.

All you need is love

Romance fraud is one of the most evil types of fraud. It targets those who are often emotionally damaged through bereavement or divorce and exploits their need to be wanted and loved.

The Taxman Cometh

Habits and routines shape our lives, often in positive ways. As spring arrives, so does the familiar nudge from my other half, reminding me, "That lawn isn't going to cut itself!"

Spoofing - Do you know who you are really talking to?

One of the spoofing scams that regularly earns a great deal of money involves the fraudster ringing the victim pretending to be an official of some description.

Special Delivery

Not so long ago, the familiar sight of Royal Mail and the cheerful postie arriving in their iconic red van was a daily occurrence, marking the traditional way most of our parcels and letters were delivered.

Investment Frauds

On my wrist is a nice watch. It’s a Rolex Milgauss, with a black face and a stainless-steel bracelet. I would describe it as classy rather than flashy and it cost me about £9,000. Very few people comment on it as it’s a bit subtle compared to many of their more ‘blingy’ models.