GWENT Police have warned people to be wary of fraudsters, after a number of people reported possible phone scams.

A number of concerned residents got in touch with police, following automated calls claiming to be from HMRC.

The scam involves people claiming to be HMRC "enforcement officers" claiming there is a warrant out for their arrest, due to outstanding sums of money.

They then demand payment of large sums of cash.

Anyone who receives a call of this nature is advised to hang up immediately, and not give out any financial details, then contact 101.

Alternatively, people can report incidents to Action Fraud by phoning: 0300 123 2040 or visiting: https://goo.gl/WCHGYB