Warning issued following reports of police impersonation fraud

Kent residents are reminded to be vigilant following multiple attempts to obtain personal information by criminals posing as officers on the phone.

On Wednesday 16 September 2026, several members of the public reported receiving phone calls from people claiming to be from the police.

Victims were asked for information from what falsely appeared to be a Kent Police number, that in the wrong hands could be used in an attempt to commit financial fraud.

Investigations are underway into the incidents, with officers working to identify those responsible whilst offering support to those affected.

Crime Prevention Advice

• Never give personal information in response to an incoming call, particularly if the caller is asking you to do something that will affect you financially, including any personal bank information.
• If you receive such a call end it immediately. Wait five minutes for the phone line to clear, or call from a different number, and contact the police by dialling 101 or 999 in an emergency.
• Remember the ABC rule to help protect yourself and others against fraud – never Assume someone is telling the truth, never Believe what they say unless you are confident that they are who they say they are, and always Confirm the details they have provided.

Appeal

Anyone with information that may assist enquiries should call 01622 604100, quoting reference 16-1694.

Anybody who believes they have received one of these fake calls can report it on 101 or via our website here. 

You can also contact Report Fraud on 0300 1232040 or report suspicious activity online by visiting their website here.