The number of people falling victim to ID theft and fraud in the UK rose in 2006, and will continue to add to debt problems throughout the country.
According to figures from CIFAS, the top three false or stolen documents used by fraudsters to attempt identity fraud in 2006 were: utility bills, passports and bank statements.
Despite an increase in fraud CIFAS managed to help avoid losses during 2006 totalling more than £789 million.