Covid 19 - TV Licence Scam

Commonly, the emails claim that your direct debit has failed and that you need to pay in order to avoid prosecution, and often display a subject like “We couldn't process the latest payment from your Debit Card - COVID19 Personalized Offer:

You are be eligible for a 1 x 6 months of free TV Licence” - with a link to set up a new direct debit on a website controlled by the criminals.

At the end of this email the fraudsters are also offering six months of free TV licence, if you click on a link to apply for the offer. The link goes to a sign-in page, where you're asked to complete an online application form, giving criminals an opportunity to steal email logins, passwords, and personal details.

If you’re not sure about an email – DON’T click any links, and delete it.

For more information, and to report scams and fraud, please visit:

 http://orlo.uk/xJ49h

Message Sent By:

Stephen Parr (Police, Community Support Officer Coach), Chester.