Five have been charged for a Christchurch phone scam targeting pensioners. Photo: GettyImagesFour people have appeared in court over a telephone scam targeting elderly people. A police spokeswoman says four of the five have had their first court appearance, but none are in custody. They appeared in Christchurch District Court. A 22-year-old man, and two women aged 29 and 30 are among those who've been charged.

Source: Otago Daily Times March 03, 2017 00:45 UTC