Teenage boys 'the worst credit card offenders'
A total of one in ten boys make "illicit purchases" on the internet using their parents' credit cards, it has been suggested.
Teenage boys 'the worst credit card offenders'”
A total of one in ten boys make "illicit purchases" on the internet using their parents' credit cards, it has been suggested.
Michael Lynch, fraud expert at life assistance firm CPP, stated in recent days that of the youngsters between the ages of eight and 16 who commit fraud, those who are 15 are the worst offenders.
He noted purchases made by kids included gadgets, fashion accessories and computer games.
The expert recommended parents speak to their children about the temptations of using the internet to buy things, as well as explaining why they should not be given in to by outlining the risks associated with internet credit card fraud.
"Parents need to supervise their children wherever they can," Mr Lynch concluded.
According to the results of a survey conducted by CPP in October 2008, 95 per cent of adults say it is not possible for their children to have carried out transactions without gaining their permission first.
Written by Sarah Wilkins
Written by Sarah Wilkins ©
