Scammers turn level 5 crisis into an opportunity

Unscrupulous operators will always find a way to exploit fears and steal money, writes John Hearne

Whether it's Brexit or Covid, there's always an angle for scammers.

One thing scammers excel at is turning a crisis into an opportunity. Whether it’s Brexit or Covid-19, there’s always an angle for exploiting fears and hoodwinking the most savvy consumer.

Earlier this week, An Garda Síochána, the HSE, and the Department of Health warned us all to be on the alert for a Covid-19 vaccine scam.