Over 5,400 scam cases reported between December 2022 and January 2023 in Northern Ireland, resulting in losses exceeding £23 million. Experts warn that AI-driven scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated, making it harder for people to spot them.
As scams become increasingly sophisticated, thousands of people across Northern Ireland are falling victim. According to the Police Service of Northern Ireland over 5,400 cases were reported between December 2022 and January 2023, resulting in losses exceeding £23million. However, the true impact is likely far greater, as many scams go unreported leaving victims without the necessary support.
Sinead explains, “The new wave of AI-driven fraud is designed to intimidate and deceive victims with alarming precision and these increasingly sophisticated scams can have severe financial consequences, pushing individuals into long-term debt and hardship.
For free and confidential advice, contact Advice NI’s Money and Debt Service at 0800 915 4604, available from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday.
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