Insurance Fraud Bureau

At the heart of the UK's fight against organised insurance fraud. Always report insurance scams to the Cheatline. #FightFraud

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

We’ve revealed the UK’s top hotspots for motor insurance fraud, highlighting areas most at risk for #CrashForCash scams, based on analysis of 3m+ claims.

#InsuranceFraud is growing - know the signs and report concerns to CheatLine. Find out more at https://t.co/cmttOpT6sD

[Drive Insured @DriveInsured]

Whether intentional or unintentional, the consequences for driving uninsured remain the same ⛔

When stopped, the driver of this uninsured car produced a certificate which officers instantly recognised as fake. The car was then seized by @roadpoliceBCH.

This #OpDriveInsuredWeek26 take a few minutes to check over your policy documents, ensure they are real, and from a legitimate broker.

Check your insurance today ➡️ https://t.co/24Ykgj7Lcc

#OpDriveInsured26 #DriveInsured

[Insurance Business UK @InsuranceBizUK]

.@TheIFB welcomes new member - #insurance #insurancenews

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[Drive Insured @DriveInsured]

Falling for a devastating #GhostBroking scam can lead to #UninsuredDriving, your vehicle being seized & even crushed, a criminal record, being added to the Insurance Fraud Register, a potentially unlimited fine... the list goes on!

Read tips from @TheIFB: https://t.co/kto2DlHrYE

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

This #ValentinesDay, stay safe from #RomanceFraud #scams:
✔️ Be cautious of anyone asking you to lie or exaggerate for them on an #InsuranceClaim
✔️ If something doesn’t feel right, walk away
✔️ Report suspicions of #InsuranceFraud anonymously to our confidential CheatLine

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

@Johnrvsm You can report insurance fraud via our website: https://t.co/hEexFg4MzB, or by phone: [phone].Both are anonymous!

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

🚨🚚 SCAM ALERT

Fraudsters are tricking people into thinking they've secured a delivery driver job and are stealing their identity, having a devastating impact on victims. Find out how to protect yourself and spread the word: https://t.co/ivUGRW8K8m

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

As we head into winter, we're encouraging everyone be vigilant of #CrashforCash fraudsters who could exploit poor driving conditions to cause collisions. Check out our top tips to help you keep your cool while driving and avoid being caught out: https://t.co/EYrfqp61ep

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

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Find out more about the signs of this scam and how to report to CheatLine: https://t.co/qOG8A8H6mw

Black Friday reactive comment: https://t.co/fw6uOINWLC 3/3

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

Stay alert to fake car insurance deals this #BlackFriday and #CyberMonday

We're encouraging the public to be vigilant, as #GhostBroker scammers may be exploiting the sales by offering rip off motor insurance policies on social media.

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[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

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These scams often lure people with unrealistically cheap policies, upfront quotes, or sellers who insist on communicating only via private DMs on social media or WhatsApp. Victims can end up driving uninsured and losing money. 2/3

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

Find out if you’re in one of the top areas being targeted and help spread the word this #FraudWeek: https://t.co/Vrzq6NhIcQ 2/2

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

There’s been a 700%+ rise in people’s identities being stolen by insurance fraudsters in the past year! It has a devastating impact on victims, who are often chased by third parties to cover costs, leaving credit scores in tatters. 1/2

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

Many think they’re signing up for services provided by their policy - but they aren’t. Stay alert, report insurance fraud to CheatLine. Learn more 👉 https://t.co/QVpqRkM0iT #FraudWeek 2/2

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

Imagine being in an accident… and then losing thousands to a scam! 🚨 It’s happening through paid ad spoofing, where fake ads trick people searching for their insurer into contacting dodgy firms instead. 1/2

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

Check out these examples of fake ads from our recent awareness campaign - run in collaboration with @NCA_UK Stop! Think Fraud, @The_ABI_UK and @CityPoliceIFED

Learn more on how to avoid #GhostBrokers and report #InsuranceFraud to CheatLine: https://t.co/V73tPO3nFn 3/3 #FraudWeek

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

Have you heard of #GhostBroking? It involves fake car insurance deals being sold on social media to young drivers. Cases have grown 50% in just two years! 1/3

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

If you’re caught out, you can lose money and have your car seized by police for driving uninsured.

⚠️ Warning signs include:

• Unrealistically cheap policy
• Seller only in private DMs/WhatsApp
• Unprofessional adverts
• No legit website, UK landline or address

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[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

We're excited to join #FraudWeek from Monday, where we'll be sharing top tips and insights daily to help protect people from insurance #scams. Together, we can make a difference. Find out more about #InsuranceFraud at https://t.co/XmELoOw5Pt

[Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB]

You know what's scarier than a zombie?… it’s your car getting seized by police because you bought fake insurance from a #GhostBroker 👻
Don’t get bitten by bogus policies 🧛‍♂️ Check before you buy. More info: https://t.co/jEvdsb45eT
#InsuranceFraud #InsuranceScams #HalloweenScams