Another update from the Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Against Scams Partnership (CAPASP).

Action Fraud is warning people selling items online to be on the lookout for fraudsters sending fake PayPal emails.

Between October 2019 and December 2019, 3,059 crime reports were made to Action Fraud about fake PayPal emails. Victims reported losing a total of £1,121,446 during this time. Those targeted include people selling electronics, vehicles, phones and household furniture via online marketplaces.

Do read more here about how the scam works and what you can do to avoid becoming a victim.