It is feared thousands of drivers have unknowingly been targeted across the country - and an urgent appeal has been launched to help motorists learn the warning signs of the scam.
Fraudsters on mopeds are driving head-first into motorists in a rising insurance scam that has claimed thousands of victims, authorities have warned.moped scammers are believed to be couriers delivering items including takeaways, according to the Insurance Fraud Bureau .
The moped scammer hides out of sight in a side road or parking space, and then deliberately drives into the victim as they head towards them. Most reported incidents have taken place in north London, where residents have been told to be vigilant of any moped users who appear to be lingering unnecessarily on public roads.Incidents date back as far as 10 years ago, according to the IFB and the City of London Police's Insurance Fraud Enforcement Department .
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