Vicky revealed she was the victim of a huge scam designed to steal her fans' money, ruthlessly targeting her charitable work raising money for people suffering with dementia Vicky McClure has slammed a scammer who is impersonating her (Image: CREDIT LINE:BBC/World Productions/Steffan Hill)

Line of Duty star Vicky McClure has warned of a “twisted” scammer impersonating her to try to steal cash.

The actor is a tireless campaigner for dementia charities and awareness and the con artist is using that to attempt rip off well-meaning folk by asking for donations.

Vicky revealed on social media: “I've been notified of a scammer impersonating me via email. Very twisted to do this in the dementia space; please be aware. Thank you.

And she shared the full email which bore the Line of

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