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Real Police officers are warning Kiwis to be vigilant of cold callers posing as Police officers, as a pesky scam rears its head.
In the past year, Police have worked quickly to warn the public as these scam calls emerged.
Waitematā CIB’s acting Detective Senior Sergeant Ben Bergin says, … View moreReal Police officers are warning Kiwis to be vigilant of cold callers posing as Police officers, as a pesky scam rears its head.
In the past year, Police have worked quickly to warn the public as these scam calls emerged.
Waitematā CIB’s acting Detective Senior Sergeant Ben Bergin says, “unsuspecting victims are essentially being called out of the blue under a ruse”.
“The story changes slightly, but it will usually involve some sort of investigation and this ‘officer’ will report having located a valuable item of yours, such as a passport.
“He will need your help or ask for your personal information.
“The caller speaks with an English accent and provides a bogus ID number to the victim.”
If you receive a phone call such as this, Police advise the public to be extremely cautious.
Acting Detective Senior Sergeant Bergin says previous iterations of this scam has involved scammers asking people to withdraw cash as part of ‘an investigation’ or handing over bank details.
Police made several arrests last year over the scam.
“We strongly advise that you hang up,” he says.
“From time-to-time, Police officers may contact you as part of their genuine duties.
“It can be a bit surprising to receive a call unexpectantly, so stop and think if you get a far-fetched story shared down the telephone line.”
In the past week, Police have received reports from Kiwis on both islands, including: Warkworth, Riverhead, Royal Oak, Ngaruawahia and in the Clutha and Queenstown-Lakes districts.
“Fortunately, at this stage we are not aware of any victims losing money,” acting Detective Senior Sergeant Bergin says.
“Those recipients have done the right thing and ended the call and reported it to the real Police.”
If you have received a similar call, please report this to Police online now or call 105.
𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗱𝘃𝗶𝗰𝗲 𝗳𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗭𝗲𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗣𝗼𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗲 ⤵️
🚔Police will never ask for your bank details, pin numbers or banking log in.
🚔Police do not offer prize money
🚔 Police will never ask you to go to a bank and withdraw your own cash
🚔 Stop and think: If the call seems off, hang up and call 105 to verify the officer’s identity, or request a callback.
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Council is asking for feedback on Aymes Road upgrade before they make a plan.
What do you want this road to look like in the future?
Speed bumps? Landscaping with fewer car parks? Pedestrian Islands or pedestrian crossings with or without speed bumps? Upgraded channel and curbing?
Please let… View moreCouncil is asking for feedback on Aymes Road upgrade before they make a plan.
What do you want this road to look like in the future?
Speed bumps? Landscaping with fewer car parks? Pedestrian Islands or pedestrian crossings with or without speed bumps? Upgraded channel and curbing?
Please let council know now what you want and don't want for this street, which affects many people using it as a thoroughfare between Springs and Shands Rd.
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Police in Christchurch are seeking the public's assistance in locating a vulnerable missing person.
79-year old Elisabeth went missing last night with a confirmed sighting on Bartlett Street, Riccarton.
There are also unconfirmed reports of Elisabeth being seen in Mona Vale at around … View morePolice in Christchurch are seeking the public's assistance in locating a vulnerable missing person.
79-year old Elisabeth went missing last night with a confirmed sighting on Bartlett Street, Riccarton.
There are also unconfirmed reports of Elisabeth being seen in Mona Vale at around 10am on 5 June.
Elisabeth is wearing blue pants, a dark coloured long-sleeve top, black shoes and has distinctive long blond/white hair.
If you see her please call 111 and ref P062766924.
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Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Products:
Bed Bath and Beyond Sleep kids fleece hoodies
… View moreWe are bringing you the latest list of recalled products from across the country. Make sure you aren't using these at home!
Click on the blue text to learn more about that particular product and why it was recalled.
Products:
Bed Bath and Beyond Sleep kids fleece hoodies
Toy Duck - sold on MightyApe
450R V8 Racing outboard engine and 500R V8 outboard racing engine
Anko heated elbow wrap - sold at Kmart
Bed Bath and Beyond Sleep kids microplush sherpa bath robe
Jet Black Fan Systems JBF & Diamond Series commercial fan
20pc Rubber Duck baby bath toy - sold on Kogan NZ
Magnetic Chess - sold on Holey Coley
Magnetic Chess Game
Magnetic Chess Game 20 and 28 piece sets
Kiss Beauty tangerine SPF primer - sold at Panda Mart
Giantz 6 inch Mini cordless electric chainsaw rechargeable wood cutter
Euky Bear warm steam vaporiser
Food recalls:
Summer Harvest brand bar mix and hot bhuja mix
Binggrae brand power cap watermelon flavoured ice tube
Chopped brand Pure NZ galloway beef thin beef sausages and beef traditional beef sausages
Ārepa brand The Brain Drink for Performance
Imported whole frozen anchovies
See past month's recalls here and here. Stay safe, neighbours!
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