Tamworth scam: New England Police District police station numbers being hijacked to scam residents

Madeline Link
Updated June 4 2021 - 12:26am, first published December 3 2020 - 3:00pm
WARNING: Residents are warned to be aware of a scam that hijacks police station phone numbers. Photo: File
WARNING: Residents are warned to be aware of a scam that hijacks police station phone numbers. Photo: File

SCAMMERS disguised as police have threatened residents with fake fines, warrants and tax debts to demand dodgy payments.

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Madeline Link

Madeline Link

Journalist

Madeline Link is a journalist at the Newcastle Herald, with a focus on Lake Macquarie City Council. To keep up with my stories, follow my Twitter @madeline_link, for tips email madeline.link@newcastleherald.com.au.

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