Stagecoach warns Fenland passengers not to interact with £2 smartcard scam on social media

A bus company has warned passengers in Fenland following an online scam that claims to offer discounted travel.

Fraudulent promotions have appeared on social media featuring images of Stagecoach buses, along with other operators, claiming that passengers can purchase a smartcard for just £2 that is valid for six months of travel.

Stagecoach has since been forced to put out a statement confirming that they are not affiliated with the post and that the ‘smart card’ promotion is a scam.

Darren Roe, managing director of Stagecoach East, said: “It is terrible that unscrupulous people want to take advantage of others online, so I hope that all our loyal passengers will recognise that this is not a genuine offer.

“One of our key values is that we support our communities, and on this occasion that means trying to make sure that local people do not fall into this trap.”

It has been confirmed that the £2 card is not something that the company offers

Debra Goodwin, Chief Customer Officer at Stagecoach added: “After speaking to other operators and the relevant local authorities, it appears to be a scam post.”

Customers are being told not to interact with the post or share any of their personal information.

“We take the safety and security of our passengers seriously, if you have been impacted by this scam post, we advise you speak to Action Fraud. “

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