Email scam warning for hotels on Scots isle as police tell guests to stay alert
Accommodation providers and travellers are being urged to remain vigilant following reports of scam emails targeting hotel bookings on the Isle of Barra.
A local hotel has reported that several guests with upcoming reservations have received fraudulent emails requesting their bank details under the guise of "confirming" their bookings.
These emails originate from addresses not associated with the hotel, raising concerns about a potential phishing scam.
Police enquiries into the incident are ongoing.
Authorities are encouraging all accommodation providers—as well as individuals with plans to stay on the island — to be alert to any suspicious communication regarding their bookings.
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A Police Scotland spokesperson said: "We are urging accommodation providers and guests to remain vigilant following reports of scam emails targeting hotel bookings on the Isle of Barra.
"A hotel on the island has reported that a number of guests with upcoming reservations have received fraudulent emails requesting bank details to "confirm" their booking. The emails are sent from an address that is not connected to the hotel.
"Enquiries into the incident are ongoing and we would encourage anyone who owns or manages accommodation - as well as those with upcoming bookings - to be alert to this type of scam. "If you have any concerns or receive a suspicious email, please contact Police Scotland on 101, or report it to Advice Direct Scotland on 0808 164 6000."
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