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Watch out for dodgy bank texts

Police warning after messages

Fraudsters claiming to be from Isle of Man Bank have been attempting to scam residents.

A number of individuals have reportedly received suspicious text messages this week, typically advising users they have been the victim of online identity theft.

They are advised to call a bogus telephone number and subsequently asked for personal details.

Police claim more sophisticated scammers are even able to call back disguised as a genuine, trusted phone number.

The constabulary is urging people to trust 'gut instincts', and, as always, to never divulge sensitive information over the phone.

Legitimate companies will never request such information.

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