Scammers Pose as Simba Staff and Government Officials, Costing Victims at Least $1.3 Million in October
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Singapore residents lost at least $1.3 million to scams in October, according to recent reports. Fraudsters pretended to be staff from Simba, a local company, and then passed victims on to people who claimed to be government officials.
The scammers used a common method. They told victims that their personal details had been compromised, which made people worried and more likely to act quickly. After that, the callers transferred the victims to fake government officials, who may have asked for money or sensitive information. Because the calls seemed to come from trusted organisations, many people believed them.
Police and other authorities have reminded the public to be careful when receiving unexpected calls. Official organisations will not usually ask for bank details or payments over the phone without prior notice. If you are unsure about a call, you should hang up and contact the organisation directly using the official number listed on its website or in its documents.
Anyone who suspects they have been targeted by a scam is advised to contact the police or the anti-scam hotline. Reporting quickly can help authorities act and may also protect others from falling victim to the same tricks.
Sources: Yahoo News Singapore
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