Inside Britain’s £12 Million Rental Scam Crisis
Reporter Harleen Nottay meets tenants fleeced by online fraudsters
In this eye-opening report, Harleen Nottay delves into the experiences of tenants who have fallen victim to online fraudsters, losing money and trust to fake property listings. Through in-depth interviews, she sheds light on the emotional and financial toll these scams take on innocent renters.
Nottay uncovers the increasingly sophisticated methods scammers use to appear legitimate, from forging documents to creating convincing online personas. She also examines the role of social media platforms like Facebook, investigating whether their current systems and policies are adequate in identifying and removing fraudulent property ads.
This investigative piece raises urgent questions about consumer protection in the digital age and explores what more can be done to safeguard renters from falling prey to these deceptive schemes.
