Warning over ‘Hi Dad’ impersonation scams ahead of Father’s Day (opens original article in a new tab)

Santander UK warns of 'Hi Dad' impersonation scams ahead of Father's Day, with £160,000 stolen so far this year through fraudulent messages and AI-generated calls pretending to be children.

• £160,000 stolen due to 'Hi Dad' impersonation scams this year
• Fraudsters use messages or AI calls to pretend to be children asking for money
• Santander UK warns parents to stay alert ahead of Father's Day