POLICE in the Scottish Borders have issued a scam alert and are urging the public to share their appeal.
Officers have become aware of a scam taking advantage of people living with Dementia.
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You may have seen posts highlighting the Dementia Safeguarding Tag, available for anyone living with Dementia who resides in either West Dunbartonshire or Argyll and Bute.
Scammers have been contacting people and offering them a Dementia Safeguarding Tag for £60.
A spokesperson said: “This is a pilot scheme and is NOT currently available in Lothians and Scottish Borders.
“Should this pilot be expanded, Alzheimer Scotland are able to provide these to anyone living free of charge.
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“We would appreciate you sharing this and speaking with anyone who may be vulnerable to let them know about it.
“To register your interest for future availability in our area https://ow.ly/jK8N50P8iTL
“If you have been the victim of a scam, please get in touch with Police Scotland on 101.”
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