Criminals don't need to be able to read your mind to trick you into falling for a scam.🔮👀 Never let your guard down; follow the advice of @TakeFive and #StopChallengeProtect if you suspect a criminal of trying to perform a #TrickOfTheMind on you!✋☝👊

Criminals use their powers of persuasion to panic you into moving money or sharing passwords.🔮💸 Never give anyone remote access to your computer following a cold call and keep all passwords private.🔐 Follow the advice of @TakeFive to #StopChallengeProtect #TrickOfTheMind

Criminals aren’t mind readers…🔮💭 which is why they try to trick you into sharing personal and financial information so they can steal your money!👿😱 Stay safe by following @TakeFive's advice to #StopChallengeProtect when you receive requests like this. #TrickOfTheMind

If you have been a victim of sextortion, you are not alone. Don't panic, don't respond to demands, or enter into further communication. If you can, confide in a trusted friend or family member, and contact Police Scotland on 101. https://t.co/5LylZX2cbF

Criminals try every trick in the book to get you to part with your money or information which could cost you a lot. 📚🪞 💸 Follow @TakeFive’s advice to #StopChallengeProtect ✋☝👊before you do anything! Don't let criminals play a #TrickOfTheMind on you.🔮💭

Criminals use deception to impersonate people and organisations you trust and trick you into sharing personal and financial information.🔮 Protect your finances from fraudsters by following the advice from @TakeFive and #StopChallengeProtect.🪞 🪞 #TrickOfTheMind

Don’t let criminals play a #TrickOfTheMind on you!🧠🪄 Criminals can put you under their spell and trick you into sharing personal and financial details or moving money to ‘safe accounts’. Follow @TakeFive’s advice and #StopChallengeProtect ✋☝️👊

SEXTORTION: It is essential to understand that everything you share online—private pictures, videos, text messages, or posts—can be re-shared and publicised. After you send something, there is no way to control where it goes. https://t.co/DwZ3i7eT4V

Have you been contacted about a job? Criminals lure jobseekers in order commit fraud. They create fake job listings online or reach out directly. Use a reputable recruitment company who are a member of a trade association such as the REC, APSCo and TEAM. #TakeFive

Beware of loan fee scams where criminals trick people into paying fees for loans that never materialises. Be especially careful if you are being pressured to act quickly. They may say the fee is refundable and will be used as a deposit/admin charge. #TakeFive

SEXTORTION: Perpetrators commonly target their victims through dating apps, social media or webcams. Be wary about who you invite or accept invitations from on social media. Do not accept friendship requests from strangers. https://t.co/xnpKlwV3vZ

Criminals continue to take advantage of the cost of living challenges to target people. It’s important to keep your personal and financial information safe and remember to follow the #TakeFive advice and Stop, Challenge, Protect.

If criminals threaten to share intimate images or videos of you online, this is SEXTORTION. Be aware that criminals may attempt to lure you into compromising situations, such as removing your clothes or performing intimate acts online. https://t.co/KGodaW1aYs

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Everyone has the right to feel safe where they live. Witnessed a robbery or have information about stolen goods? You can contact Crimestoppers 100% anonymously. Any information you share could make a really big difference. Learn more: https://t.co/KSuWOSpH62

If criminals threaten to share intimate images or videos of you online, this is SEXTORTION. Be aware that criminals may attempt to lure you into compromising situations, such as removing your clothes or performing intimate acts online. https://t.co/KGodaW1aYs

Are you looking to purchase tickets to a concert or event? #CyberScotland has tips so you don't become victim of #TicketFraud: ❌Avoid public Wi-Fi when purchasing. 🔍Check details carefully. 🔐Use two-factor authentication. For more top tips, visit➡️ https://t.co/uBAdo23Iaq

We’re all excited to get out and enjoy what's left of the summer. Unfortunately, thieves are often not far behind... Stay safe and aware of your surroundings, and speak up 100% anonymously to Crimestoppers if you have any information: https://t.co/KSuWOSpH62

Sextortion emails: how to protect yourself. Our advice in response to the increase https://t.co/JA8Uxa9tba

🚨 “You’ve won a competition, pay now to receive your prize!” 🚨 #StopChallengeProtect Forward suspicious texts to 7726, which spells out the word ‘SPAM’ on your telephone keypad. #TakeFive