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Insurance Fraud Bureau @TheIFB

At the heart of the UK's fight against organised insurance fraud. Always report insurance scams to the Cheatline. #FightFraud

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Could you or someone you know be at risk of a motor insurance scam, such as #CrashForCash? Fraudsters’ tactics are evolving fast, so it’s vital to recognise the warning signs. Find out if you’re in a hotspot area and how you can protect yourself: ow.ly/W6lb50Z7WnS
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We’ve revealed the UK’s top hotspots for motor insurance fraud, highlighting areas most at risk for #CrashForCash scams, based on analysis of 3m claims. #InsuranceFraud is growing - know the signs and report concerns to CheatLine. Find out more at ow.ly/taBh50Z4IFv
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Drive Insured
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Whether intentional or unintentional, the consequences for driving uninsured remain the same ⛔ When stopped, the driver of this uninsured car produced a certificate which officers instantly recognised as fake. The car was then seized by @roadpoliceBCH. This #OpDriveInsuredWeek26 take a few minutes to check over your policy documents, ensure they are real, and from a legitimate broker. Check your insurance today ➡️ mib.org.uk/driveinsured #OpDriveInsured26 #DriveInsured

Learn about insurance | Guides and practical advice

Learn how to insure your vehicle properly, avoid common mistakes and spot fraudulent activity. Explore advice for young drivers and driving abroad.

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BCH Road Policing Unit@roadpoliceBCH
Apr 23
RP13 - Hatfield Vehicle identified as having no insurance. They produced a certificate that we instantly recognised as fake. Don’t be tempted to take out fake insurance and give £ to criminals - not worth the risk. Car seized and driver reported @DriveInsured 411340 400460
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Insurance Business UK@InsuranceBizUK
Apr 17
.@TheIFB welcomes new member - #insurance #insurancenews insurancebusinessmag.com/uk/…

IFB signs short-term motor insurance provider

Dayinsure's entry highlights growing attention on fraud risks in app-based motor policies

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Drive Insured
@DriveInsured
Feb 17
Falling for a devastating #GhostBroking scam can lead to #UninsuredDriving, your vehicle being seized & even crushed, a criminal record, being added to the Insurance Fraud Register, a potentially unlimited fine... the list goes on! Read tips from @TheIFB: ow.ly/SxOF50Yh58E
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This #ValentinesDay, stay safe from #RomanceFraud #scams: ✔️ Be cautious of anyone asking you to lie or exaggerate for them on an #InsuranceClaim ✔️ If something doesn’t feel right, walk away ✔️ Report suspicions of #InsuranceFraud anonymously to our confidential CheatLine
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🚨🚚 SCAM ALERT Fraudsters are tricking people into thinking they've secured a delivery driver job and are stealing their identity, having a devastating impact on victims. Find out how to protect yourself and spread the word: ow.ly/li8j50XIbVm
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As we head into winter, we're encouraging everyone be vigilant of #CrashforCash fraudsters who could exploit poor driving conditions to cause collisions. Check out our top tips to help you keep your cool while driving and avoid being caught out: ow.ly/cpTZ50XA8lq
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Stay alert to fake car insurance deals this #BlackFriday and #CyberMonday We're encouraging the public to be vigilant, as #GhostBroker scammers may be exploiting the sales by offering rip off motor insurance policies on social media. 1/3
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. These scams often lure people with unrealistically cheap policies, upfront quotes, or sellers who insist on communicating only via private DMs on social media or WhatsApp. Victims can end up driving uninsured and losing money. 2/3
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. Find out more about the signs of this scam and how to report to CheatLine: insurancefraudbureau.org/avo… Black Friday reactive comment: insurancefraudbureau.org/med… 3/3
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There’s been a 700% rise in people’s identities being stolen by insurance fraudsters in the past year! It has a devastating impact on victims, who are often chased by third parties to cover costs, leaving credit scores in tatters. 1/2
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Find out if you’re in one of the top areas being targeted and help spread the word this #FraudWeek: insurancefraudbureau.org/med… 2/2
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Imagine being in an accident… and then losing thousands to a scam! 🚨 It’s happening through paid ad spoofing, where fake ads trick people searching for their insurer into contacting dodgy firms instead. 1/2
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Many think they’re signing up for services provided by their policy - but they aren’t. Stay alert, report insurance fraud to CheatLine. Learn more 👉 insurancefraudbureau.org/ins… #FraudWeek 2/2
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Have you heard of #GhostBroking? It involves fake car insurance deals being sold on social media to young drivers. Cases have grown 50% in just two years! 1/3
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If you’re caught out, you can lose money and have your car seized by police for driving uninsured. ⚠️ Warning signs include: • Unrealistically cheap policy • Seller only in private DMs/WhatsApp • Unprofessional adverts • No legit website, UK landline or address 2/3
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Check out these examples of fake ads from our recent awareness campaign - run in collaboration with @NCA_UK Stop! Think Fraud, @The_ABI_UK and @CityPoliceIFED Learn more on how to avoid #GhostBrokers and report #InsuranceFraud to CheatLine: insurancefraudbureau.org/med… 3/3 #FraudWeek
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We're excited to join #FraudWeek from Monday, where we'll be sharing top tips and insights daily to help protect people from insurance #scams. Together, we can make a difference. Find out more about #InsuranceFraud at ow.ly/sL4e50XraAW
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You know what's scarier than a zombie?… it’s your car getting seized by police because you bought fake insurance from a #GhostBroker 👻 Don’t get bitten by bogus policies 🧛‍♂️ Check before you buy. More info: ow.ly/Mqqn50Xkupv #InsuranceFraud #InsuranceScams #HalloweenScams
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