LANCASHIRE Constabulary is running “The 12 online frauds of Christmas” campaign to protect thousands of people from falling victim to cyber-fraudsters.
It kicked off last ‘Black’ Friday, which marked the start of the busiest four days of internet shopping of the year.
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Police said there will also be tens of thousands of people across the UK whose Christmas will be damaged, and in some cases destroyed, after finding out they have fallen foul of heartless criminals who specialise in tricking internet users with the promise of online deals and savings.
Following Black Friday, the focus is now on today, Cyber Monday, (1 December 2014) and the hazards of opening Christmas e-Cards sent via email which unknown to the recipient, may be carrying a virus.
Over the following two weeks, Lancashire Police, will look at the threat of ten more online festive frauds.
Throughout the ‘The 12 online frauds of Christmas’ campaign officers will be talking to local people and sharing safety tips via traditional and social media.
More internet safety advice can also be found at www.getsafeonline.org and www.cyberstreetwise.com
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