The Office of Fair Trading is warning consumers of a potential ‘scam’ which has recently been brought to its attention.
People have reported receiving a telephone call offering an ‘alternative investment’, which claims to take the form of coloured diamonds.
The caller is apparently convincing and persistent, arguing that the diamonds are rare and therefore must only increase in value.
The person is then directed to a website providing further details which, again, looks very professional.
The OFT is now warning people to be suspicious of any sort of unsolicited email, letter or phone call, even if they are being offered something that appears to be of interest to them.
If anyone has lost money as a result of scams, they are urged to cease contact with the perpetrator immediately and contact police on 631212.
Anyone who receives a call of this nature can contact the OFT for further advice on 686500.