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Romanian Police Bust Major £1M Tax Refund Scam

7/12/2025

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In a significant crackdown, Romanian police apprehended 13 suspects tied to a phishing scam that deceitfully sought millions in tax refunds from HMRC. A 14th suspect was nabbed in Preston. This criminal network compromised the personal data of over 1,000 UK taxpayers, leading to staggering losses of over £1 million. Investigations into this organized crime ring are ongoing.

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In a significant crackdown, Romanian police apprehended 13 suspects tied to a phishing scam that deceitfully sought millions in tax refunds from HMRC. A 14th suspect was nabbed in Preston. This criminal network compromised the personal data of over 1,000 UK taxpayers, leading to staggering losses of over £1 million. Investigations into this organized crime ring are ongoing.