How to Spot a Scam

I think i have been scammed by an escrow company - Can you help?

We are aware that there are a number of websites offering escrow services that claim to be "licensed and bond at UK Data Ltd ". These websites are fraudulent in that UK Data Ltd does not licence or bond any company.

These websites usually show the company registration number of a genuine company but have no connection with the company itself.

These fraudulent websites work by a person searching an internet auction website and agreeing to buy an item (usually jewellery) then suggesting that instead of using one of the authorised payment systems, the seller sends the item to an escrow service recommended by the would-be purchaser. The goods are sent and no further contact is made because the "purchaser" closes down their email account.

If you believe that you have become a victim of an offence involving any such website, you should report this to your local Police. If you do contact UK Data Ltd, please be aware that by so doing, the matter will not necessarily be investigated, although we appreciate the information being brought to our attention.

UK Data Ltd is working with the City of London Police to investigate and close down the websites where appropriate.

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