NEWPORT residents can find out how to spot the tell-tale signs of fraud as part of a scam awareness event at Friars Walk on Tuesday.

The event, which is taking place at 10am-2pm, has been organised by Newport Citizens Advice in association with Newport Trading Standards, Gwent Police, the Office of Police Crime Commissioner and Age Cymru

People will learn how to spot a scam, from being made an offer that’s too good to be true to being rushed into signing on the dotted line.

Den Foley, chief executive of Newport Citizens Advice, said: “Scams come in a variety of guises and we see new ones emerging all the time.

“However, there are common hallmarks to every scam and we’re keen to show people what to look out for so they don’t fall prey to a fraudster.”

Lyn Webber, head of criminal justice and rehabilitation, office of the police and crime commissioner for Gwent, said: “Through good joined-up partnership working and raising awareness about the dangers and impact of these scams, swindles and doorstep crime, we can, together, make it harder for these criminals to exploit our vulnerable and older citizens.”

Always act on any concerns by getting advice from the Citizens Advice consumer helpline on 03454 04 05 06 or reporting scams to Action Fraud on 0300 123 2040.