Police probe following reports of fraud in Forster

Police are investigating after a number of fraud reports have been made from local businesses in Forster and surrounding areas, NSW Police say.

Police have been told that local businesses are being targeted by people claiming to be clients or employees.

Businesses are being contacted with requests to update personal information, including bank details, before routine transactions are made.

Officers from Manning/Great Lakes Police District are investigating the incidents and are reminding businesses to be vigilant when unusual requests are made, particularly when it involves monetary transfers.

Anyone with information relating to these incidents is being urged to contact police or Crime Stoppers.

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