In a concerning rise of scams, elderly individuals are being targeted by fraudsters who pose as police officers. These scammers contact victims, falsely claiming that their bank accounts have been compromised. Exploiting fear …
A ruthless fraud gang has been exposed after conniving an elderly woman out of a staggering £86,000. In a chilling display of callousness, the gang’s response to the victim was boiled down to just five sinister words, …
A romance fraudster convicted of deceiving a woman from Gloucestershire out of £300,000 has failed to attend his scheduled confiscation hearing. The 52-year-old man was sentenced in 2019 to five years and eight months in …
Cotswold District Council has initiated a counter-fraud investigation following whistleblower concerns raised in October 2024. The probe focuses on contracts awarded to several firms that allegedly have undisclosed …
Bryn Howells has been jailed after it was uncovered that he held four council jobs simultaneously, earning at least £236,000 during this period. This case has sparked significant questions regarding the effectiveness of …
Police are investigating a series of fraudulent incidents in which scammers posing as police officers have tricked a victim out of £25,000 in jewellery. The criminals contact individuals, often claiming to be law enforcement …
Police are warning residents in Cheltenham and Bishop’s Cleeve to be vigilant following a recent scam in which a woman was tricked into handing over £3,000 to a fake courier. The scammers posed as Detective Inspector Collins …
Authorities have issued a warning about a new telephone scam targeting homeowners. Scammers are calling people, falsely claiming that their drains require immediate and costly repairs. These fraudulent callers pressure …
Authorities are cautioning the public about a new wave of scam calls targeting homeowners. Scammers posing as drain repair specialists are contacting individuals, falsely claiming their drains require immediate and costly …
Residents of Cheltenham have reported a rise in rogue traders operating from a blue van, falsely claiming to be council workers. These scammers use deceptive tactics to gain access to homes, often pressuring residents into …
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a fresh warning to the public amid a rise in scams targeting motorists. Fraudsters are contacting individuals across the UK, claiming to be car finance lenders and offering …
A vulnerable man recently fell victim to theft when his wallet was stolen directly from his wheelchair. Following the incident, hundreds of pounds were mysteriously withdrawn from his bank accounts, leaving him in financial …
David Carr, a company director, has been sentenced to prison after misappropriating £300,000 of corporate funds to finance lavish trips to Disney World, as well as to purchase expensive gadgets and computers. Carr exploited …
In July 2025, courts in Gloucestershire handed down several significant jail sentences for a range of serious crimes. From violent offenses to large-scale fraud, local law enforcement and the judiciary have demonstrated a …
Bryn Howells, a council employee, faced court after it was revealed he simultaneously held four jobs, accumulating at least £236,000 in salaries and benefits. Between February 2022 and June 2023, Howells worked as a Strategic …