The Trading Standards team is warning consumers to act with caution if they receive a letter purporting to be from a Hong Kong bank claiming that you have an opportunity to make an easy fortune.
A concerned consumer has forwarded a letter (see below) to us, which they had recently received. The letter, which was personally addressed to the consumer, claims that they could receive a large sum of money, purely because they have the same name as a recently deceased individual.
The letter is poorly written, with grammar and spelling errors. The letter also encourages the addressee to “keep quiet” about this opportunity and requests that contact only be made using specific email and telephone details.
We believe this letter to be a scam, designed to obtain your personal and financial details.
We would advise anyone who receives such a letter to act with extreme caution and would urge you not to contact the sender of the letter at any point. Generally, our advice is never provide your personal or bank account details to anybody unless you are absolutely certain of their intentions. Never be tempted to make a quick decision that you may regret at a later date. If you are unsure whether a letter you receive is genuine or not, ask a family member, friend or neighbour for their own opinion. If, at any point, you have any doubts, do not be afraid to throw the letter away.
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