Wiltshire Police Cyber

Raising awareness of #cybercrime in Wiltshire and providing prevention and protect advice to keep you safe online.
Please do not use twitter to report crime.

[Report Fraud @reportfrauduk]

🚨 Email and social media account hacking is the most reported form of cyber crime in the UK.

✅Are you using strong passwords and 2-step verification (2SV) to protect your accounts? https://t.co/MnCJbqMtGz

#TurnOn2SV #SaferInternetDay

[Office Police & Crime Commissioner Wilts & Swindon @OPCCWiltSwindon]

This #InternationalFraudAwarenessWeek we'd like to take the opportunity to remind you that we have information on our online Victims and Witnesses hub about the support you can get if you'd been a victim of crime.

Fraud can affect people in various ways and can make people feel

➡️Helplessness
➡️Embarrassment and shame at having been tricked
➡️Anger about having been lied to
➡️Financial worries

For more information and links to services that can support you visit:
https://t.co/gSXinXX8cX

#DontNeedToReportToGetSupport #InternationalFraudAwarenessWeek #FraudAwarenessWeek

@WIltshirePolice

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

Unfortunately, fraudsters even target those looking for accommodation 🏠
Make sure you're not caught out and know what to look for by having a read of the below... 👀
#StudentSafety #CyberCrime #FraudPrevention

[Report Fraud @reportfrauduk]

If you’re a student looking for a rental property, beware of scams.

Do your research and always visit the property with a trusted agent or landlord before handing over any money:
https://t.co/Bp1MF7jVj8

#StudentSafety

[WAGs Retired Police Dogs @999WAGS]

7 dog handlers from @wiltspolicedogs have started a fundraiser for us!

‘Wiltshire's retired Police dogs have been helped on numerous occasions by the charity. Each handler will run 62 miles in July, a grand total of 434 miles between them.’
please visit: https://t.co/7BGH9scwBT

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

🚨 Report suspicious emails by forwarding them to [email protected]

Your reports help to protect the public against fraud and cyber crime. As of May 2023, over 235,000 malicious websites have been removed by @NCSC as a result of your reports.

#ReportThePhish

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

🚨 Did you know you can report suspicious text messages for free? Just forward them to 7726.

Your network provider can investigate the origin of the text and take action if it's found to be malicious.

#ReportThePhish

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

🚨 Received an email you’re not quite sure about?

Maybe it's urging you to follow a link in order to avoid your account being suspended?

✅If you think it's suspicious, report it by forwarding the email to: [email protected]

#ReportThePhish

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

Not sure if a message you've received is real or fake?

✅Contact the organisation directly using contact info on their official website

❌Do NOT use the number or link in the message

#ReportThePhish

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

🚨 Report suspicious emails by forwarding them to [email protected]

Your reports help to protect the public against fraud and cyber crime. As of May 2023, over 235,000 malicious websites have been removed by the NCSC as a result of your reports.

#ReportThePhish

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

Ever reported a suspicious text message to 7726? 📱

As of May 2023, your reports have led to the removal of 54,000 scams.

✅ Report suspicious text messages by forwarding them to 7726 (it's free of charge)

#ReportThePhish

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

Ever received a suspicious email? 📧

As of May 2023, 21 million suspicious emails have been reported to the Suspicious Email Reporting Service, resulting in the removal of over 253,000 malicious websites.

Find out more here: https://t.co/TgoED3Sokv

#ReportThePhish

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

⚠️ Lost money or revealed personal info as a result of a scam email or text? Report it to @actionfrauduk

For more info on what you should if you've shared sensitive information, visit: https://t.co/CgvsYhIZdC

#ReportThePhish

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

#CourierFraud is more common than you might think.
Spot the signs and learn more from our colleagues
@CityPolice below 👇

[City of London Police @CityPolice]

This week we will be raising awareness of courier fraud. So what is courier fraud?

Courier fraud occurs when a suspect contacts a victim pretending to be from their bank or from law enforcement, and then coerces them into giving private information and/or withdrawing cash.

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

🏖️Ready to book your next holiday?

✅Pay with a credit card, if you have one. Most major credit card providers protect online purchases.

For more advice on how to book your holiday online securely, visit ➡️ https://t.co/h2paAqr6x7

#HolidayFraud

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

✈️ Is the company you're booking your holiday with an @ABTAtravel member? Do they offer ATOL protection?

Here's how to check ➡️

✅ Search ABTA members here: https://t.co/NOcN7aNRT7

✅ Search ATOL holders here: https://t.co/GoK0qSA36J

#HolidayFraud

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

🌞 After the welcome sunshine, we're looking forward to warmer days ahead & maybe plan some time away
⚠️ But 6,457 people fell victim to #HolidayFraud between April 22 & March 23
🏖️Follow Action Fraud's top tips on booking your holiday securely ➡️ https://t.co/QqZCssp6rS

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

Wiltshire businesses - this could be for you!

Our colleagues from the South West Cyber Crime Unit are coming to our county next month to offer their expertise and valuable advice on how to stay safe online.

Sign up now to join them and us. #cybercrime

https://t.co/ici1YA9LYD

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

Have you have been a victim of Cybercrime?

We encourage anyone who believes they have been a victim to report it.

Action fraud are the national reporting centre for cybercrime. They have a 24/7 support line and an online reporting system. please see details on the graphic.

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

Are you part of a Wiltshire based Business? Could your staff benefit from a FREE training session on cyber security? The DIIU have dedicated cyber protection staff who can offer this training, either in person or virtually! Please feel free to get in touch to discuss!

[Wiltshire Police Cyber @WP_CyberProtect]

Have you have been a victim of Cybercrime?

We encourage anyone who believes they have been a victim to report it.

Action fraud are the national reporting centre for cybercrime. They have a 24/7 support line and an online reporting system. please see details on the graphic.