Stark warning issued to UK landline users – ignoring it comes at a cost [Video]

Consumer watchdog Which? has issued a concerning warning about a sharp rise in reports of older people being targeted by cold calls about personal alarms, the medial pendants or wristbands used to alert emergency services. Which? said the fraudulent callers often claim you are eligible for a free alarm and ask for card details over the phone to cover fake subscription costs or an installation fee. These calls can seem very real as unfortunately the criminals may know your name, age and personal details of your medical conditions.

By impersonating local health workers or employees from other reputable companies, the tricksters have been able to scam people out of money in exchange for either nothing at all or by mirroring other scams where you end up with useless white goods and appliance repair cover that you don’t need – and certainly don’t end up with the personal alarm you were promised.

“It’s really concerning that we’ve seen a …