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Police Advisory: Fake Bank E-Mail Circulating
The Bermuda Police Service Financial Crime Unit said they continue to advise the public to “remain vigilant regarding phishing e-mails that attempt to obtain personal information or other sensitive data.” “One of the latest examples currently circulating is a fake e-mail claiming to be from HSBC titled ‘Dear Customer – Account... Read more of this article
Police Issue Advisory About Scam Job Email
The police have issues a warning about online scams, specifically a scam email offering an alleged part time job which requires sending your personal details. The full statement follows below: Once again the Bermuda Police Service Financial Crime Unit would like to remind members of the public to remain vigilant regarding phishing e-mails and other... Read more of this article
Logic Communications Warns Of Phishing Attack
Logic Communications Customer Support team identified a phishing attack on some of its email customers today [Sept 9]. A bogus email was sent to customers offering them an opportunity to upgrade for free by clicking a link in the email and providing their email addresses and passwords. “Logic Communications does not solicit customer’s personal... Read more of this article
Police Warn Of Scam ‘Phishing’ Emails
The police have reminded people to “remain vigilant regarding phishing e-mails and other scams,” saying that currently an email is circulating which claims that the recipient was selected to receive two tickets to the 2012 London Olympics and a prize of £150,000, and the recipient must disclose their personal information to claim the money. A... Read more of this article
Spam Email Targets Bank’s Customers
An email [shown below] purporting to be from the Bank of Butterfield has been sent out to local email addresses, claiming accounts have been temporarily locked for security reasons. A spokesperson for the Bank said, “Butterfield advises our customers that we will NEVER ask them for personal information or account details via e-mail or use... Read more of this article
New Police Email To Report Online Scams
In response to a recent increase in internet scams, the Bermuda Police Service Financial Crime Unit has created a dedicated email address for members of the public to report suspected scam e-mails. As of Monday [Oct.24] internet fraud may be reported via the new e-mail address: fraud2@bps.bm. A police spokesperson said, “This dedicated e-mail... Read more of this article
Police: Fake Bank Email Circulating
The Police issued an advisory about a fake e-mail claiming to be from Butterfield Bank which is currently circulating. It follows in full below: The Bermuda Police Service Financial Crime Unit would like to warn the public about a fake e-mail claiming to be from Butterfield Bank which is currently circulating, encouraging recipients to click on a link... Read more of this article
Police Advisory: Scam Email
The Police have issued yet another advisory about scam emails, it follows in full below: Once again the Bermuda Police Service would like to remind members of the public to remain vigilant regarding phishing e-mails and other scams that attempt to obtain personal information or other sensitive data. Currently an e-mail is circulating, allegedly from... Read more of this article
Police Warning: E-Mail Scam
The Bermuda Police Service issued an advisory today [July 15] warning the public about phishing e-mails and scams. A Police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service Financial Crime Unit would like to remind the public to be vigilant with regard to phishing e-mails and scams that attempt to obtain personal information or money.” “In... Read more of this article
Police Advisory: Financial Offer Scam Email
The Bermuda Police Service Financial Crime Unit have issued an advisory of another online scam which is circulating locally. A spokesman said, “The public is reminded to remain vigilant regarding any unsolicited correspondence. Also, we urge those receiving similar e-mail messages from unknown individuals not to give out any personal information... Read more of this article
Police: Misleading Email/BlackBerry Message
The Bermuda Police Service said they are aware of a misleading email/BB message which is currently circulating purporting to be a Police warning, and have confirmed that the message is not an official bulletin. The message claims the Police are warning people, especially women, not to stop their vehicle if they see something unusual at the side of... Read more of this article
Police Advisory: Online Scams & Phishing Emails
The Bermuda Police Service issued an advisory today [Mar.30] warning the public about online scams and phishing e-mails as “apparently some members of the public are still being deceived.” A spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service continues to remind members of the public about online scams and phishing e-mails as apparently... Read more of this article
No 21 Day Strike Notice – 72 Hours
After much discussion about a possible agreement in which 21 days notice would be given by the BIU before going on strike, officials confirmed today [Feb 14] that the notice expected was 72 hours. After previously carrying a statement referencing the BIU breaking an agreement to give 21 days notice before any industrial action, the PLP website updated... Read more of this article
Note: E-News Signups Require Email Confirmation
As many of our readers are aware, we offer a free daily email containing all the posts over the last 24 hours, which is delivered at approximately 6am each morning, 7 days a week. Signing up requires entering your email address, and then clicking on a confirmation email. As Bernews is internet based, this double opt-in ensures we do not violate anti-spam... Read more of this article
Minister Responds to Ag Show Email Rumours
Minister of the Environment and Sports the Hon. Glenn Blakeney today officially commented on the rumours circulating the island via e-mail concerning gang activity at the Annual Exhibition on Friday. Minister Blakeney said: There are many rumours circulating the island concerning planned gang activity at the Annual Exhibition. These rumours are unfounded... Read more of this article
Gang Rumours: Ag Show A No-Go For Some
We have heard that some people are avoiding this years Agricultural Exhibition out of safety concerns, following a chain of emails being sent around with various stories. One major rumour is that gangs had buried guns at the Botanical Gardens to get through the security gates undetected. We spoke with a person on the fringe of the gang world, who informed... Read more of this article
