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QR code scam: Briton loses £60 monthly after downloading fraudulent app

A Briton fell victim to a scam after downloading a fake parking app via a QR code.

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Scammers deducted £60 monthly from his account without his consent.

This fraud highlights the rise in cyber scams targeting mobile payments.

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