Recently we brought you the story of a scam in which callers pretend to be from the Inland Revenue Department.
The story attracted comment on the Wanganui Chronicle's Facebook page, with readers sharing their experiences. Here are a few of their comments. Join the conversation at www.facebook.com/wanganuichronicle.
[I've] never hadone - I always thought it would be fun to lead them on for a while. -Dean Blackwell
I got one Wednesday morning with number on caller display. I googled the number and it originated from India ... As soon as he said tax evasion and court proceedings I knew it had to be a scam. -Maureen Go
We had one and rung the police. Not much you can do about it but hang up. [I'm] just worried for the older people that don't understand. -Janet Hartell
[I've] had many. Why is it nothing can be done about them? -Valerie Gow
We had one. A message on the answerphone. Glad I never answer the phone! -Cheryll Butters
Have had a few emails from "IRD" telling me I must file a tax return. Very professional in appearance. They provided a few links. I called IRD and forwarded the email to them for their info. -Mary Moore
