【Key Points】
● Various types of fraud continue to be rampant. Please review past advisories and remain vigilant to avoid becoming a victim of fraud.
【Main Text】
In the area, the following types of fraud schemes are still prevalent:
• Scammers impersonating government officials who call or send messages claiming there is an issue with your ID, that your bank account will be suspended, or that you will be fined or arrested, in an attempt to obtain personal information or money.
• Scammers impersonating delivery services or customs officers, claiming there is an error in your registration information that is preventing package delivery, then directing you to fraudulent websites to steal personal information and use it to defraud you.
• Scammers exploiting the kindness or goodwill of people they meet on social media, asking for money under the guise of “travel expenses,” “medical costs,” or “living expenses.”
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