New scam by fraudsters claiming to be from the AG's office

The government Press Office has issued a statement warning of a phone scam in which the caller claims to be an official of the Office of the Attorney General and possibly displaying the office’s phone number (6314000).

The caller can make a range of claims, for example that the person has been a victim of fraud or identity theft where their identity has been used for drug trafficking or money laundering.

They may also claim that there is a case against the person and a warrant out for their arrest.

Personal details, which can include PPS numbers and/or bank details may also be asked for by the caller.

Members of the public should not engage with these callers, return calls to these numbers or share any personal information with the callers, but report the matter to the gardaí immediately.

The Office of the Attorney General does not request PPS numbers or bank account details from members of the public.

Mayo TD Dara Calleary has posted the statement on his Facebook page to warning his constituents of the scam.