DEVON and Cornwall Police have issued a warning amid social media scams targeting West Devon residents.
Police warned of a scam involving the advertising of horses for sale on Facebook.
People interested in the advertisement of a horse for sale have been asked to pay a deposit in advance.
The details of a stables in the West Devon area have been given on the advertisement along with details of horses for sale, when direct contact has been made with the stables it has then been found to be a scam.
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A Devon and Cornwall Police spokesperson said: “We advise persons looking to buy a horse to be vigilant, do thorough research and do not pay money in advance.
“If you have any information or concerns please phone 101 or make contact via the Devon and Cornwall Police website.
“If you have been a victim of fraud please contact Action Fraud at www.actionfraud.police.uk or phone 0300 123 2040.”