Beware of ‘testers’ who just want £500 of your money
Scammers pretending to work for the Test and Protect scheme have been cold-calling people and demanding payment for tests.
First Minister Nicola Sturgeon highlighted the emerging fraud during her daily media briefing – after hearing dedicated health professionals were being misrepresented by con artists.
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Hide AdShe said the crime was “truly and utterly despicable” and issued a reminder that Covid-19 tests were free, adding: “Test and Protect staff would never request financial information or attempt to secure payment for tests.
“They will only ask about people’s movements and who they have been in contact with.”
Trading Standards Scotland said genuine contact tracers may first send a text to let the individual know that they will receive a call from NHS Scotland. As well as establishing their movements, genuine callers will also inform people they will receive further information by email or post with advice on isolating.