Fraudsters target small Sussex businesses in potential baby milk scam
False card payments have been used in a number of shops
Police are warning small businesses and pharmacies to be aware of a potential baby milk scam in Sussex.
It follows reports of a number of shops, including one premises in West Wittering, being targeted by fraudsters who used fake card payments to obtain large quantities of products.
Investigator Natalie Stoddard said: “We have seen examples of large orders of baby milk in the West Sussex area, and want businesses to be vigilant.
“Treat high-value transactions with extra caution. Always verify the delivery address.
“Watch out for changes to the details customers may give you, such as a change to the delivery address, for example. We suggest that businesses should advise customers that they will only deliver to the customer’s permanent address.”