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The ‘elaborate’ scam which left a charity founder feeling ‘foolish’

Tom Elliott
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Chair and founder of the Hush Foundation, Professor Catherine Crock, has been involved in an “elaborate” scam.

A widow named Veronica emailed Professor Crock, wanting to donate her late husband’s piano to the charity foundation, but all wasn’t as it seemed.

“I feel a bit foolish not picking it up sooner,” Professor Crock told Neil Mitchell.

Press PLAY to hear about the elaborate scam 

Numerous people then called in to donate their pianos to the charity foundation, with Professor Crock then hopping back on the line to express her excitement!

“This has made my day,” she said.

Press PLAY to hear the generous callers donate their pianos!

Image: Getty iStock  

Tom Elliott
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