Suspected 'scam artist' takes second shot at advisers

Suspected malware

Hannah Godfrey
clock • 2 min read

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...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Adviser tips

Adviser, Talks event: How to grow your advice firm in an increasingly competitive market

Adviser, Talks event: How to grow your advice firm in an increasingly competitive market

REGISTER NOW FOR ADVISER, TALKS... 16th JULY AT 1PM

Professional Adviser
clock 06 July 2026 • 1 min read
Scaling Smarter: Unlocking Growth in a Changing Advice Market

Scaling Smarter: Unlocking Growth in a Changing Advice Market

Join us for an exclusive webinar exploring how advice firms can unlock growth by adapting to the evolving needs of clients, without compromising on quality or profitability.

Professional Adviser
clock 05 January 2026 • 1 min read
Partner Insight: Advised baby boomers are more retirement ready

Partner Insight: Advised baby boomers are more retirement ready

Vanguard research shows most UK baby boomers are not on track to meet spending needs in retirement.

Georgina Yarwood and Warwick Bloore, Vanguard, Europe
clock 09 December 2025 • 9 min read