GMP to host fraud & cyber crime awareness events across the region

Greater Manchester Police's Economic & Cyber Crime Unit is boosting online safety with fraud and cyber crime awareness pop-up events.

Working alongside partners including the National Fraud Intelligence Bureau (NFIB) and Report Fraud, staff and volunteers will be on hand to offer practical advice to members of the public on how to spot scams, stay safe online and reduce the risk of falling victim to fraud.

The events will run between 10am and 1pm at four locations across the region, giving people the chance to speak directly with experts and learn more about the latest threats targeting individuals and communities.

Event dates and venues

• Tuesday 12 May 2026, Halifax, SK14 2NQ.

• Thursday 14 May 2026, Droylsden Library, M43 6EP.

• Tuesday 19 May 2026, Yorkshire Building Society, OL6 7RS.

• Thursday 21 May 2026, The Grafton Centre, SK14 2AX.

The campaign comes as officers continue to warn that fraud remains one of the most common crimes affecting the public, with scammers increasingly using phone calls, texts, emails and social media to target victims.

Residents are being encouraged to attend their local event to find out more about how to protect personal information, recognise suspicious contact and report fraud quickly if they think they have been targeted.