Kilkenny gardaí have issued a serious warning to the public following recent attempted fraud incidents where the scammer(s) are impersonating members of An Garda Síochána.
The scam has created some local concern and has led to a number of people contacting gardaí for guidance.
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During the scam phone call, the caller purports to be from An Garda Síochána, stating that an active warrant exists and the call recipient will be arrested at their homes if money is not paid.
"If you have been the victim of this or any other scam, contact your bank or financial institution immediately and report it to gardaí," a spokesperson said.
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