Public warned of scam calls and texts where fraudsters impersonate gardaí

Gardaí say they will never contact anyone out of the blue over the phone to request your bank account details

Several variations of a scam aimed at obtaining personal information, such as bank account details and PPS numbers, been reported to gardaí in recent weeks. File Picture: Lauren Hurley/PA Wire

Gardaí are warning the public about several recent attempted fraud incidents in which scammers impersonated members of An Garda Síochána in a bid to steal personal information.

Several variations of a scam aimed at obtaining personal information, such as bank account details and PPS numbers, been reported to gardaí in recent weeks.