Newark residents warn others over bank scam call

People in Newark have been receiving phone calls on bank scams from a Newark number.

A number, starting in 01636, described to be a robotic automated voice, has contacted residents pretending to be from a bank and asking for people’s bank details.

David Kerby said: “Before I heard anything else they were saying I put the phone down.

“I don’t deal with any of my banks through the phone so I knew straight away that it was a scam.

“I think this is very dangerous and that people should know of it.”

Other residents have reported receiving calls over bank details from a number with Newark’s indicator in which they were asked for their bank details.

To report a fraud of scam, fraud, or cyber crime in England, Wales or Northern Ireland contact Action Fraud National Fraud and Cyber Crime Reporting Centre.

In case of immediate danger or risk of harm call 999 or by calling 0300 123 2040 Monday to Friday 8am-8pm, but 24/7 for businesses, charities and other organisations.

When people report the cases to Action Fraud, they receive a police crime reference number and the report is passed to the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau.