Deceptive Prize Draws


There are two types of deceptive price draw scam. With the first type, you receive a letter saying you have won a large prize. However, you are asked to send a fee to receive it. If you read the small print, it says you are only being entered into a prize draw.

The second type says that you have won a prize but have to order something from a catalogue to receive it. Again the small print makes clear that you are just being entered into a draw.

It is important for you to think properly whenever you receive any notification that you have won a large cash prize. Take your time and ask yourself the following questions; Have you knowingly entered a draw or raffle? Does the letter ask for a fee (look out for phrases such as "processing fee" or "administration charge")?

Several thousands of people fall victim every year, collectively losing a large amount of money. Victims are often repeatedly targeted and its often the vulnerable and elderly who are most affected.
 

For more information on this subject, I invite you to contact me contact@emgfraudconsulting.co.uk