What to do if you think you've been a victim of fraud

What should you do if you think you've been a victim of fraud? Credit: Frank May/DPA

Investigations by ITV's Fraud Squad have revealed how organised criminals are committing elaborate investment scams to con people out of millions.

The police and fraud reporting experts have issued the following advice:

Reporting fraud/Help for fraud victims

If you believe you have been a victim of fraud and would like to report the crime, or seek advice and support on a fraud, please contact Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040 or via their dedicated website www.actionfraud.police.uk.

How to protect yourself from fraud

City of London Police, the National Lead Force on Fraud, has issued some strong advice to people contacted by these cold-callers.

  • Watch the full Fraud Squad report on ITV tonight at 9pm

Contact Action Fraud if you need help and advice or want to report a fraud.