Leitrim residents are being warned of an email scam circulating in the area, attempting to fraudulently obtain money.
Scammers are using a fake email address under the name of a local parish priest, requesting the purchase of Apple Gift Cards for a cancer patient.
Residents are advised not to engage with any emails fitting this description.
To report suspicious activity, you contact Carrick-on-Shannon Garda station at 071 965 0510.
You can stay up to date with helpful alerts and information here or by downloading the Leitrim Alerts app.
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