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🚨 Phone Contract Scam Resurfaces 🚨 Please be aware that a phone contract scam that circulated around three years ago is making a strong return. Fraudsters are cold calling or emailing victims, claiming to be from well-known phone providers. They offer what appears to be a legitimate phone upgrade. Here’s how the scam works: The victim is offered a handset upgrade and goes through what seems like a genuine application process over the phone.A phone is then delivered – but it’s not the one requested (e.g. the victim orders an iPhone but receives an Android).The victim calls the fraudster (still believing they’re speaking to the provider) and is told to return the incorrect handset via the Post Office, using a QR code provided in the package.That QR code leads to a fraudulent address – the phone disappears, and the victim is left responsible for a lengthy and costly contract they didn’t knowingly sign up for.What to do: Contact your provider directly using the official number on their website if you are contacted about a phone upgrade.If you’ve been affected, report it immediately to Action Fraud at www.actionfraud.police.uk or call 0300 123 2040.Please share this warning with friends, family, and neighbours – especially those who may be more vulnerable to scams. Stay vigilant and safe. | 
