Doncaster police in warning over fake Covid enforcement officers demanding cash
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South Yorkshire Police say they have received a number of reports about people demanding on-the-spot fines from people not wearing masks.
A spokesman for Doncaster West Neighbourhood Policing Team said: “We have received reports in the area of people claiming to be COVID enforcement officers.
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Hide Ad“It is reported that they are demanding on-the-spot fines from people not wearing masks.
“To be clear, only police officers can enforce the COVID legislation, there are no on-the-spot on fines, you should not hand any cash to anyone.”
People are asked to be aware of fraudsters and pass on details to police.
“A police officer will show you their ID card unless they are in uniform,” the police team added.
“If you have any concerns please contact us on 101.”