Action Fraud is warning Booking.com users of a wave of fraud targeting travelers and holidaymakers. The alert follows a series of reports to the UK consumer protection agency, which documented 532 cases of individuals falling victim to fraudulent payment requests between June 2023 and September 2024.
The scams have cost the victims a combined £370,000, highlighting the urgent need for vigilance among Booking.com platform users.
How the Scam Works
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