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A Police investigation has turned the heat up on a cold-calling scammer claiming to be an officer.
Police recently shared about the scam in which victims receive a call to their landline phone, by someone pretending to be a Police officer and providing a fake badge number.
In recent weeks, 18… View moreA Police investigation has turned the heat up on a cold-calling scammer claiming to be an officer.
Police recently shared about the scam in which victims receive a call to their landline phone, by someone pretending to be a Police officer and providing a fake badge number.
In recent weeks, 18 Aucklanders have allegedly been duped out of more than a quarter of a million dollars.
Detective Senior Sergeant Craig Bolton, from Auckland City’s Financial Crime Unit, says victims are told a story about needing their assistance with an investigation.
“The scam will always involve this so-called officer asking for financial information or asking you to withdraw cash to be collected as part of an investigation into banks,” he says.
On Monday, real Police officers caught up with the scammer following a foot chase through central Auckland.
Detective Senior Sergeant Bolton says a 25-year-old UK national was taken into custody.
Today, he will face the Auckland District Court on 22 charges of obtains by deception, attempting to obtain by deception and escaping custody.
Police will be opposing his bail.
“We will allege in court that this man, who only arrived in New Zealand in early June, was on his way at the time to collect more cash from a previous victim,” Detective Senior Sergeant Bolton says.
“Instead, real detectives turned up at the victim’s doorstep to advise him he was about to be scammed out of $20,000 in cash.
“Financial Crime investigators from all three policing districts' fraud teams in Tāmaki Makaurau have been working together to piece together this offending, and this is a great outcome.”
Aucklanders who fell victim of the scam were aged between 56 and 90, with the majority over 80.
“This man’s alleged actions betrayed the good-will of vulnerable and elderly members of our community,” Detective Senior Sergeant Bolton says.
The offender has victims from right across Auckland, with a total of $297,700 in cash lost.
Detective Senior Sergeant Bolton says enquiries are ongoing, and Police will work to recover as much of the cash as possible.
Please remember:
- Police will never call to ask you for bank details, pin numbers or passwords
- Police do not offer prize money
- Police will not ask you to go to a bank to withdraw money
- If you receive a call out of the blue of a similar nature: challenge the caller to identify themselves, ask for their details.
- Hang up, contact 105 to verify the ID and request the officer to contact you
- If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is.
It might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And… View moreIt might not be making quite so many headlines these days, but unfortunately, Covid is still here. If you’re 65 or over, taking care of yourself is just as important as ever.
The good news is, keeping up to date with the Covid vaccine can help protect you from serious illness. It’s free. And recommended for you and many others as long as you haven’t had the vaccine, or Covid, in the last 6 months.
To book your vaccination, or talk to your healthcare provider.
With 500 trees now newly-planted on a slope in a Whitford farm paddock, Ryman Healthcare is well on the way to fulfilling its promise of a more sustainable invoicing process.
For every resident who switches from paper to email invoicing, Ryman has pledged to plant a tree, and has partnered with … View moreWith 500 trees now newly-planted on a slope in a Whitford farm paddock, Ryman Healthcare is well on the way to fulfilling its promise of a more sustainable invoicing process.
For every resident who switches from paper to email invoicing, Ryman has pledged to plant a tree, and has partnered with Trees for Survival Charitable Trust to achieve this goal.
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It's NZ Volunteer Week (16-22 June) and we know there are real good sorts in your community.
Often these kind acts and regular volunteering efforts go unnoticed but let's put a stop to that.
Let us know below who is making a difference in your neighbourhood so we can all … View moreIt's NZ Volunteer Week (16-22 June) and we know there are real good sorts in your community.
Often these kind acts and regular volunteering efforts go unnoticed but let's put a stop to that.
Let us know below who is making a difference in your neighbourhood so we can all appreciate them for the great work that they do!
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This is an international event so women from other cultures in Franklin are most welcome to come and light a candle for their sisters in their home country.
AT THE PUKEKOHE COSMOPOLITAN CLUB
WEDNESDAY 26 JUNE, 6.30 FOR 7pm Start
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PREPAID DINNER $35 pp to account … View moreThis is an international event so women from other cultures in Franklin are most welcome to come and light a candle for their sisters in their home country.
AT THE PUKEKOHE COSMOPOLITAN CLUB
WEDNESDAY 26 JUNE, 6.30 FOR 7pm Start
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
PREPAID DINNER $35 pp to account 02-0404-0100956-00 by 8pm the Sunday prior
Ref : your Name, Code: Dinner
CONTACT: secretary@bpwfranklin.org.nz for more information
or visit website www.bpwfranklin.org.nz...
Our very special speaker : GRACE PAYNE
Special Olympics New Zealand athlete leader Grace has been recognised for her tireless advocacy work for people with intellectual disabilities at the 2022 Global Youth Summit. The 23-year-old from Waiuku was born with autism and has been an inspirational athlete leader across Aotearoa and abroad.
When it’s cold outside, there's nothing quite like being inside the cosy warmth of a kitchen infused with the aroma of spices. But did you know that beyond their aromatic allure, these spices harbour a treasure trove of health benefits?
From the fiery kick of chilli to the sweet warmth of… View moreWhen it’s cold outside, there's nothing quite like being inside the cosy warmth of a kitchen infused with the aroma of spices. But did you know that beyond their aromatic allure, these spices harbour a treasure trove of health benefits?
From the fiery kick of chilli to the sweet warmth of cinnamon, each spice brings not only flavour but also a host of nutrients and healing properties to our winter dishes. So, whether you're sipping on mulled wine, indulging in gingerbread, or savouring a hearty stew, every bite promises to not just please your palate but also contribute to your overall wellbeing.
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Can everyone please share
Onyx my handsome boy is still missing
Little bit of white on his chest
Green Eyes
Please check all sheds as he could be hiding
3 yrs old
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Microchipped with pukekohe vets… View moreCan everyone please share
Onyx my handsome boy is still missing
Little bit of white on his chest
Green Eyes
Please check all sheds as he could be hiding
3 yrs old
Desexed
Microchipped with pukekohe vets
Please if you have any sitings
Just want him home
He's very shy and only had him 3 1/2 weeks
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This is an international event so women from other cultures in Franklin are most welcome to come and light a candle for their sisters in their home country.
AT THE PUKEKOHE COSMOPOLITAN CLUB
WEDNESDAY 26 JUNE, 6.30 FOR 7pm Start
REGISTRATION REQUIRED - PREPAID DINNER $35 pp to account … View moreThis is an international event so women from other cultures in Franklin are most welcome to come and light a candle for their sisters in their home country.
AT THE PUKEKOHE COSMOPOLITAN CLUB
WEDNESDAY 26 JUNE, 6.30 FOR 7pm Start
REGISTRATION REQUIRED - PREPAID DINNER $35 pp to account 02-0404-0100956-00 by 8pm the Sunday prior.Ref : your Name, Code: Dinner
CONTACT: secretary@bpwfranklin.org.nz for more information
or visit website www.bpwfranklin.org.nz...
Our very special speaker : GRACE PAYNE
Special Olympics New Zealand athlete leader Grace has been recognised for her tireless advocacy work for people with intellectual disabilities at the 2022 Global Youth Summit. The 23-year-old from Waiuku was born with autism and has been an inspirational athlete leader across Aotearoa and abroad.
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Thank you for supporting the IHC Op Shop.
Trains across Auckland have been suspended today.
What you need to know:
- There are no trains running in Auckland — with services suspended on all four lines.
- Auckland Transport said a track infrastructure issue at Middlemore meant services on the Western, Eastern, Southern and Onehunga … View moreTrains across Auckland have been suspended today.
What you need to know:
- There are no trains running in Auckland — with services suspended on all four lines.
- Auckland Transport said a track infrastructure issue at Middlemore meant services on the Western, Eastern, Southern and Onehunga lines were "suspended until further notice".
- Auckland Transport are warning of “significant delays” for commuters but they expect the services to be up and running in time for after work school/work commuters.
- Ongoing industrial action is also affecting services.
Use trains to get home? Stay up to date on the Auckland Transport page.
BPW FRANKLIN INC. CANDLE LIGHTING DINNER This is an international event so women from other cultures in Franklin are most welcome to come and light a candle for their sisters in their home country.
AT THE PUKEKOHE COSMOPOLITAN CLUB
WEDNESDAY 26 JUNE, 6.30 FOR 7pm Start
REGISTRATION REQUIRED … View moreBPW FRANKLIN INC. CANDLE LIGHTING DINNER This is an international event so women from other cultures in Franklin are most welcome to come and light a candle for their sisters in their home country.
AT THE PUKEKOHE COSMOPOLITAN CLUB
WEDNESDAY 26 JUNE, 6.30 FOR 7pm Start
REGISTRATION REQUIRED PREPAID DINNER $35 pp to account 02-0404-0100956-00 by 8pm the Sunday prior.Ref : your Name, Code: Dinner
CONTACT: secretary@bpwfranklin.org.nz for more information
or visit website www.bpwfranklin.org.nz...
Our very special speaker : GRACE PAYNE
Special Olympics New Zealand athlete leader Grace has been recognised for her tireless advocacy work for people with intellectual disabilities at the 2022 Global Youth Summit. The 23-year-old from Waiuku was born with autism and has been an inspirational athlete leader across Aotearoa and abroad.
But wait, there's more! Here's the line up for the second week of Matariki Festival ✨
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