Ten suspects arrested and charged following alleged cryptocurrency scam - Regional Organised Crime Units

If someone contacts you about an investment promising high returns with low or no risk ΓÇö that's not an opportunity, it's a trap. Legitimate investments carry risk and regulated firms don't cold-call. Before parting with anything, check the FCA Register at register.fca.org.uk. If it's not on there, walk away. Any investment is a risk with no guaranteed returns, anything that sounds too good to be true is usually a scam.

The fact that ten people have now faced charges shows these gangs are being caught and prosecuted ΓÇö which means they're leaving a trail. If you've already sent money to someone promising cryptocurrency returns, report it to Action Fraud (0300 123 2040) without delay; the sooner the authorities know, the better chance of recovery.