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We hear how a scam unfolded from start to finish, how convincing the criminals at the other end of the line were, and how devastating an impact it had on our guest and her family.
It's about understanding how fraudsters operate, the warning signs to look out for, and why anyone can become a target.
Hosted by Evie, we meet Samantha Bradshaw, who shares her deeply personal experience of being targeted by criminals who convinced her they were genuine police officers over the phone.
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