Police have issued a warning about an ATM scam after incident sin Thirsk and Harrogate.
In each report a young person has been approached in broad daylight on the street by two men.
The men, who had Irish accents, pretended that they needed help, stating that their bank cards don’t work in the UK, and requested that money was withdrawn from an ATM by the victim and handed to them.
The victims were assured any money given would be refunded via a transfer to the victim’s account.
A police spokesperson said: “No such transfer is made, the money is stolen, leaving the victim out of pocket.
“No threats are made, but the circumstances of the approach left the victims feeling intimidated.”
Police advise that if you are approached in this way, politely refuse to help, and try to move away.
Only when it is safe to do so, please report the approach to the police, noting any details, especially any vehicle details on 101, option 1.
If you see this happening, and it is safe to do so, please call 999.
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