Facebook users have been warned of a new scam that could see your friends lose up to £400.
Users of the social media app are now being targeted by who they believe to be their loved ones, before being drained of cash.
The high tech scheme sees hackers gain access to an individual's account, before contacting their friends through their profile.
In a warning issued by police in England this week, it urged people to be aware of the types of messages that could be sent.
In previous cases, the scammers have written a sad story to the individual's friends, which has ended in them asking for money to help them out.
This could be to pay a bill or make an 'urgent purchase', reports the Liverpool Echo.
After making the friend believe the ruse, they will request somewhere between £200 to £400 to be paid into a fake account.
Speaking about the scam, Detective Inspector Joanne Devers of Merseyside Police said: "Unfortunately, as this particular scam plays on people's good nature and willingness to help family and friends, a number of fraudsters have been successful in accessing money for criminal gain - resulting in many people across the country at a loss and finding themselves in financial difficulty, especially during this difficult period.
"This scam can be very convincing and criminals will use similar written text to make the request more believable and seem genuine."
She added: "I would urge people to exercise caution, and if they receive any requests for money from friends or family via social media, always check with the person directly before making the transaction.
"Never respond to any requests to send money or have money transferred through your account by someone you don’t know and trust.
"I would also recommend following guidance to refresh the security of your online accounts and passwords. The National Cyber Security Centre Cyber Aware initiative provides clear guidance on how to stay safe online."
