Police rein-in horse scam

WA Police technology crime investigations unit detectives have warned the public of a scam involving the fraudulent sale of equestrian products.

The scams typically involve the advertisement of saddles on equestrian websites — or a scammer answers a seller’s ads.

Investigators reminded community members to be mindful when buying goods online, after identifying fake email and site profiles which hid the identity of local scammers who took funds for nonexistent items.

Anyone with information is asked to call Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.