Fraudsters claiming to want to give away free items using online advert are targeting people in Buckinghamshire.

Action Fraud is warning residents to watch out for people claiming to be giving items away if the buyer agrees to a courier fee.

The payment requested for this service is usually via Money Transfer such as MoneyGram or Western Union, or an e-money voucher.

The items they were promised are not received and any attempts to contact the individual to gain a refund are unsuccessful.

The fraud-fighting organisation advises people to stay within auction guidelines, ask to view items and be cautious of using money transfer groups.

If you believe you have been a victim of fraud, report it to www.actionfraud.police.uk/report_fraud or call 0300 123 2040.