Crime Control/Celtic Investigations

19/04/2023

12/12/2022

Former burglar reveals 7 ways to prevent break-ins over Christmas

One UK insurance company has suggested there's an even bigger risk of holiday break-ins this year, with theft claims already up by 4 per cent in 2022 compared to 2021.

13/06/2022

Gardaí are appealing to the public for assistance in tracing the whereabouts of 40-year-old Tracey Morrisey, who is missing from her home in Bray since yesterday afternoon, Sunday, 12th June.

07/06/2022

RIP to one of our first member of staff. Joe Wright work for me for 33 years. Condolences to his daughter & his family. Rest in peace Joe.

30/04/2022

AIB urgently warn all customers about new scam they admit sounds 'strange'

"This may sound like a strange idea, but it shows the lengths fraudsters will go to get their hands on your card."

26/03/2022

Garda warn public of smishing scam impersonating ‘close contact’ COVID texts from HSE

Garda have warned the public of a smishing scam impersonating the HSE.

22/12/2021

https://wicklownews.net/2021/12/gardai-warn-public-making-cash-withdrawals-this-christmas/?fbclid=IwAR1Evh8ic7cmgX2zYnNtEnhN4z_OagY_fI8-V6e9gNBrqzyUvtzWSF76Al4

Although many personal commercial transactions now take place with cards or electronically, in the run up to and over the Christmas period people may be in possession of larger amounts of cash in their homes. Bank

22/09/2021

Fraud Prevention Advice - Automated Phone Calls from Garda Station Phone Numbers.

In recent days Gardaí have received reports of persons receiving phone calls from fraudsters claiming to be members of An Garda Síochána. The number calling appears to be the phone number of a genuine Garda station.

There are several stages to these scam calls –

1. The person receiving the call is subjected to a pre-recorded or automated message that prompts them to select an option.
2. The person is then put through to a person alleging to be a member of An Garda Síochána.
3. The scammer either looks for personal information or informs the person that their details have been involved or linked to a crime.
4. After giving over personal details the victim receives a follow up call from another scammer seeking more details on behalf of An Garda Síochána (This call appears to be coming from a genuine Garda station number).

An Garda Síochána will never make contact with members of the public in this fashion. Most members of the public realise these type of calls are not legitimate and do not engage with the scammers. However, An Garda Síochána appreciates that a section of society may have very little to no previous interaction with An Garda Síochána and may be more susceptible to this type of fraud.

With this in mind An Garda Síochána is working with our National Diversity and Integration Unit to reach out through our various networks to highlight this scam to all.

On receipt of these communications, the advice of An Garda Síochána is as follows:

• Do not engage with the caller.
• Do not return the call.
• Do not follow the automated instructions – Do not press 1 etc.
• Never transfer money.
• Never disclose personal or financial information.
• Hang up and end the call.

Whilst the scammers may change their stories and methods, their goal is always the same – they want to access your sensitive information and get their hands on your money. Gardaí are urging the public to spread the word of fraud prevention as people continue to fall victim to scams on a daily basis. In many cases the subsequent call from the fraudsters appears to provide reassurance to the victim that this is a legitimate call, which it is not.
If you believe you may have fallen victim to this scam, contact your financial institution and report the matter to your local Garda station.

22/09/2021

AIB warning over the type of texts customers need to avoid

Some people are now receiving up to a text or call a day from scam artists

03/06/2021

A warning has been issued over malicious software affecting users of Android phones in Ireland, which can potentially allow criminals to steal passwords and sensitive data, such as financial information.