Police in Selby have issued a warning to members of the public and businesses following a number of reports of a man convincing people to give him goods or money and a promise that he has transferred the cash to their bank account.
The suspect has targeted services such as hairdressers and takeaways, saying he will transfer the money via bank transfer, he then shows the business a screenshot of the money being transferred but when they have checked later on, the money is not there.
Fraudster warning in Selby area 
Officers are advising people to be vigilant and not to hand any money over to anyone who approaches them, no matter how plausible or genuine they may seem.
They are asking people to look out for your older and vulnerable friends and neighbours whose kind and trusting nature may be taken advantage of.
If you believe you or someone you know may have been targeted, they are asking for you to get in touch.
