POLICE are warning people not to fall victim to a telephone scam which is currently targeting people in the area.

The force has had a number of complaints from people who have received phone calls from callers saying they are Microsoft Engineers.

The caller states that there are viruses on the victim’s computer and the system is running slow because of this. These can be fixed if the victim logs into the computer and follows the callers’ instructions.

It is identified that the system is infected and they ask for credit card details for payment for software, being very insistent.

The changes made could disable the anti virus security installed and result in files being deleted.

Karen Burch, E Crime Wales Business Officer, said: "Our advice is simple - Do not give personal information to strange callers. Microsoft employees do not ring their customers. Do not give access to your PC on the directions of a strange caller.”

This scam can cost you up to £185 and is still being used 

So beware, if you are unsure about this type of call, get as much information from the caller, hang up and report it to the police.

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