Officers investigating suspected money-laundering have arrested two teenagers.
Police were called to a bank in Maidstone town centre at 5pm yesterday after staff noticed unusually large amounts of cash passing through an account.
Two 18-year-olds from Aylesford and Sevenoaks were arrested at the bank but were later released released pending further investigation.
The teen was arrested yesterday.
After the arrest, police issued a warning to the public to avoid becoming unwittingly involved in money-laundering.
They include:
No legitimate company will ever ask you to use your own bank account, or ask you to open a new account in your own name, to transfer their money. Don’t accept any job offers that ask you to do this.
Be especially wary of job offers from people or companies overseas as it will be harder for you to find out if they really are legitimate.
Never give your financial details to someone you don’t know and trust.
Never allow anyone to use your bank account not even friends or family.
Police say if you have any suspicions you should:
Advise your bank immediately.
Report it to Action Fraudon 0800 555 111or contact the police.
