Forth Valley police issue safety guidance following internet termination scam
Police want those who live and work in the region to be on their guard should they receive an automated call stating their internet will be terminated in 24 hours.
A Clackmannanshire householder was recently a recipient of the hoax message.
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This is as follows:
Try not to panic Do not speak Do not press 1 (or any other number) Never give out any information or answer any questions Do not call back any number provided
Further advice on this scam and others can be found online.
Police in Forth Valley took to Facebook to share their safety advice and urged social media users to pass on their message to their friends and family.