Scam Alert - Fake Argos Texts

Watch out for these fake Argos texts offering refunds

These fake text messages purport to be from Argos and claim that you're owed a refund. The link in the messages lead to phishing websites designed to steal your personal information, as well as payment details.

Always question unsolicited requests for your personal or financial information in case it's a scam. Never automatically... Read More »

1^St Hartwell Scout group is embarking on its first ever trip abroad to Belgium to remember those who died in the First World War.

The group of young Hartwell scouts and leaders will be staying in a scout camp near Bruges from August 4^th -11^th 2018.

During this time the group will travel to Ypres and visit the Flanders field museum to take part in the evening service of Remembrance.

The gate depicts the... Read More »

Victims receive a telephone call from someone purporting to be a bailiff enforcing a court judgement, attempting to recover funds for a non-existent debt. The fraudsters state the debt originates from the victim not paying a magazine advertisement subscription.

A variety of magazine names and publishers are being used by the fraudsters, who also commonly use the names of certified Bailiff Enforcement... Read More »

Action Fraud has received several reports indicating that sellers of items on online marketplace websites are falling victim to fraud by bogus buyers. Typically, the bogus buyers contact the seller wanting to purchase the item for sale and advise they will be sending the requested amount via PayPal or other electronic payment method. The seller then receives a fake, but official looking email stating... Read More »

Fraudulent websites alleging to offer cryptocurrency investments are dishonestly using the image of Martin Lewis, the founder and editor for moneysavingexpert.com, as an endorsement for their companies.

The adverts using Martin Lewis to promote illicit schemes can be found on social media and other websites. Clicking on the advert takes you to the full article where Martin Lewis image is presented along... Read More »

Thieves are currently targeting trade cans parked overnight to steal tools. As your tools are your livelihood, losing them can cause far greater loss than their financial value.Things to do to make your van and tools secure...

• Upgrade the security on your van and fit an independent alarm. Don't rely on the factory fitted alarm. Select one accredited by 'Thatcham' and always use it. www.thatcham.org... Read More »

Northamptonshire Police are appealing for information regarding a

Burglary Hartwell road - Quinton

This happened between the hours of 07:45-14:45 8th January 2018

Did you witness anything?

Did you see any person(s) in the area that looked suspicious?

Did you see any vehicle(s) that you were suspicious of?

If so, then please contact Northamptonshire Police on 101

Ref 1800012020

You can also provide confidential... Read More »

From Action Fraud

Individuals and businesses are being warned to watch out for cold calls and online contact from fraudsters who are offering victims the opportunity to apply for Government grants for an advance fee.

To make the grants look legitimate fraudsters have set up bogus companies and convincing looking websites that claim to be operating on behalf of the UK Government.

Fraudsters cold call businesses... Read More »

Attached is a copy of a letter Hartwell Parish Council sent in response to Northamptonshire County Council's Phase 1 Budget Consultation 2018/19.