Suspected 'scam artist' takes second shot at advisers

Suspected malware

Hannah Godfrey
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A second suspected phishing email from 'Patricia Colette' has been sent to various advisers who responded to a suspect email from the same account in February.

Earlier this year, Professional Adviser warned advisers to watch out for an email from a ‘Patricia Colette' at ‘Flynn Group'. The initial email was sent to at least 16 advisers, and asked for a "comprehensive investment plan that would reinforce independent lifetime financial planning to achieve long term goals". Earlier today, ‘Colette' got back in touch with the advisers who replied to the initial email. The email, featuring a litany of spelling and grammatical errors, apologised for taking so long to get back in touch with the advisers. The sender then asked for [sic]: "Pleas...

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