Ageas identifies moped fraud scam targeting van drivers

A new crash for cash scam targeting van drivers has been identified by leading UK motor insurer Ageas.

It has warned of moped riders deliberately positioning their vehicles behind reversing vans to initiate a collision and then claiming for damage and injury.

The scam was first reported last summer in London with mopeds driven deliberately into vehicles pulling out from side roads. However, Ageas data has found that the scam is now spreading out beyond the boundaries of London with fraudsters focusing more and more on reversing vans.

Crash for cash fraud

Katie Davies, director of underwriting services and fraud at Ageas said:

“Our fraud intelligence team has seen a significant rise in this crash for cash scam both in London but also spreading to other large urban centres. We would like to warn drivers to be aware of the tell-tale signs of faked accidents as this can help them avoid falling victim to this continuing scam. We urge everyone to stay vigilant on the roads and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.”