Date: 30.05.2002 Ref: 1358 Press contact: Charles Wright Tel: 020 7926 2949 Email: cwright@lambeth.gov.uk(posted 7973 days ago)Press Release
Beware clamping scam, says Lambeth Council
Drivers in Lambeth are being warned to steer clear of clamping scammers offering to get clamped vehicles released for cash.Fraudsters are leaving notes on clamped cars offering their "services", taking the cash and then settling release fees by phone using stolen credit cards. Police are aware of the rip-off and the council is working closely with them to tackle it.
"Drivers need to be aware that they are getting mixed up in serious crime if they get involved with these people," said Councillor Andrew Sawdon, executive member for environment.
"There is only one legitimate way to get your car unclamped, which is by calling 0870 241 3262 for card payments or paying over the counter as specified on the ticket. And payments in person are not legitimate unless you get a Lambeth receipt. Anything else is helping the criminal."
Issued by the Communication Centre London Borough of Lambeth Lambeth Town Hall Brixton Hill London SW2 1RW
Telephone 020 7926 1000 Fax 020 7926 2835 www.lambeth.gov.uk