A caller's claim to represent the police about a fraudulent transaction at an Apple Store in Covent Garden raises immediate red flags, especially with no actual loss reported. Such scenarios often mimic legitimate alerts to build trust, but real police never demand immediate callbacks on unfamiliar numbers for financial matters. Hang up straight away if you receive similar calls; never share personal details or verify accounts over the phone. Instead, contact your bank directly using the number on your card and report the incident to Action Fraud. Stay vigilant—scammers exploit urgency to phish for information. Block the number and consider registering with the Telephone Preference Service to cut unwanted calls.
Someone claimed to be police, saying my card was used at the Apple Store in Covent Garden but nothing was taken, and asked me to call back on this number for instructions.
