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Knitted cardigan scams, Stout, Sim swaps

Millions have been taken in by misleading knitwear ads on social media but these are more than a simple con. Shari Vahl reveals what its really about.

Back in September we revealed the knitted cardigan scam. Millions have been taken in by social media ads of expensive looking knitwear for a reasonable price. Victims hear nothing until something cheap and nasty arrives in the post months later. But it鈥檚 more than a simple con. Shari Vahl reveals what its really about.

Sales of stout show no sign of stopping as more young women are turning to it. Guinness blames increased demand with supply chain issues for a recent shortage. Its rivals in the dark beer world are jumping on the opportunity with some success. Will it work?

Finally, a listener tells us how his energy company gave his mobile number to a criminal who went on to steal 拢40,000. We find out how you can prevent this happening to you.

Presenter: Shari Vahl
Producer: Kevin Mousley

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