Gardaí in Letterkenny are aware of a current e-mail based scam where an individual receives correspondence claiming to be from an Garda Síochána.
The e-mail states that the recipient’s computer is to be seized in relation to investigations into child pornography, paedophilia, cyber pornography, sex trafficking or some similar “judicial” claim.
Gardaí are advising the public that An Garda Síochána does not and will not make contact with a person who is under investigation in this way.
They would like to remind the public of the following fraud prevention advice:
- Do not respond to any unsolicited e-mail seeking personal, financial or security advice
- Never click on a link or attachment in an unsolicited e-mail
Contact local Gardaí if you receive an e-mail or text message and are concerned in relation to its content.
