If you have been a victim of fraud we would encourage you to report the fraud to Action Fraud, who are the National Reporting Centre for Fraud and cyber-crime. On their website, they have information on types of fraud, prevention resources and advice.
- Action Fraud
- Website: https://www.actionfraud.police.uk/
- Telephone: 0300 123 2040
If you require support for the fraud, we would encourage you to access the local victim support service – Victim First, who can provide; free, confidential emotional and practical support. They can be contacted via their helpline or the webchat option on their website. Victim First have clinic days on campus and these can be booked via the Student Union.
- Victim First – Local service – Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland
- Website: https://victimfirst.org/
- Advice on fraud: https://victimfirst.org/help-for-adults/fraud/
- Telephone: 0800 953 9595
We would also encourage you to report the incident to your bank if the incident involved money being transferred from/out your account. Your bank may be able to assist in not only the protection and prevention of further fraudulent activity, but may be able to assist in the recovery of money lost.
If you feel your safety is an immediate risk or feel a crime has occurred, we would encourage you to contact the police on 999 – in an emergency or 101 – non emergency number, to seek guidance from them.
Leicestershire Police have information and advice on their website, that may help navigate your options moving forward in regards to the fraudulent activity.
- Leicestershire Police
Website: https://www.leics.police.uk/
Advice on fraud:https://www.leics.police.uk/advice/advice-and-information/fa/fraud/
Telephone: 999 (Emergency number) 101 (Non-emergency number)
In regards to legal assistance, we would encourage you to utilise the Citizens Advice service, who could provide you free advice and guidance to help navigate your options.
- Citizens Advice
- Website: https://www.citizensadvice.org.uk/
Adviceline: 0800 144 8848
Further information can be found on our SharePoint site – Fraudulent Activity Reported Concerning Payments.
As per the Senate Regulations 11, if there is a report of fraud, deception or dishonesty, you could be investigated by the Student Conduct Team. If you have been reported to the Student Conduct Team regarding allegations of fraud, please find resources and frequently asked questions on the process - Student Conduct Investigation – Resources.
If you require support, please note that the Student’s Union Advice Service will also be able to offer independent support and advice. You can reach them on email: advice@le.ac.uk or by phone on 0116 223 1132.