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MONEY MULES Resources & Signposting
Fraudsters may ask you to recieve money into your bank account and transfer it into another bank account, keeping some of the cash for yourself. If you let this happen, you're a Money Mule. You're involved in Money Laundering, which is a crime.
You might be approached by fraudsters online or in person. They might post what looks like a genuine job ad, then ask for your bank details. Once you become a Money Mule, it can be hard to stop. You could be attacked or threatened with violence if you don't continue to let your account be used by criminals.
DON'T BE FOOLED - is a partnership between UK Fianance and Cifas. It aims to inform students and young people about the risks of giving out their bank details, and deter them from becoming money mules.
People often become money mules unwittingly. They might think they're giving out their bank details for a genuine reason, then end up involved in money mule fraud.
#DONTBEUSED - The National Economic Crime Centre (NECC) and National Crime Agency (NCA), have created a website that aims to inform students and young people about the risks and vulnerabilities of becoming a victim of this organised crime tactic.
The website contains links to a range of resources aimed at young people, parents and carers, and professionals working closely with families.
THE NATIONAL COUNTER TRAFFICKING CENTRE - is run by Barnardo's, the biggest children's charity in the UK.
Their vision is to ensure that all children identified as trafficked have access to the safety and support they need. The website offer a range of resources, and information for young people, parents and carers, and the professionals working closely with them.
They have a dedicated page on 'Financial Exploitation' that explains the tactics used by criminals, and also a glossary of terms associated with this type of crime.