SCAM ALERT! Gardaí warn against over-the-phone Revenue scam

A new telephone scam is under way in Ireland.

Gardaí are warning people against the scam, which involves a male or female caller saying they are from the Revenue Office and seeking immediate payment of a tax bill over the phone.

The caller may also instruct people to call another number and give their credit card and personal details.

"Do not give out your credit/debit card, bank account, or PPS Number to anyone who makes contact with you over the phone."

"An Garda Síochána, Revenue, nor any Financial Institution will ever call you and ask for your PPS number or bank account details," warn Gardaí. 

Anyone who receives a call requesting any personal or financial information is advised to end the call and report it to any Garda station or the Garda Confidential line on 1800-666-111.