Police Scotland have launched their 12 Days of Christmas Fraud Campaign aimed at keeping people safe during the festive period.
The campaign identifies 12 different types of fraud, and offers advice on how people can guard against falling victim to fraudsters.
PC Mark Irvine, Police Scotland's North East Division Crime Reduction Officer, said: "Criminals are increasingly focussing their activities on various types of frauds and scams whether it be online, by telephone or door to door.
"These criminals are experts at impersonating people, organisations and the police. We want everyone to have a great festive period but be mindful and stop and think if a call or email could be fraudulent."