How it works?
- Online Purchase Scam
- Scammers will advertise various products or services on social media with unbelievable discounts during festive season.
- Lured victims will perform the payment to purchase the product or services.
- Once paid, victims will never receive the product or services and the scammer will block all contact.
- Prize Winning Scam
- The scam begins when a scammer sends a fake message informing the victim has won a prize.
- However, in order to claim the prize the victim is required to make various upfront payments or to reveal their banking information.
- Once payment is made, the scammer will block all contact.
How to avoid?
- Only shop on trusted and reputable official platforms.
- If unsure, try to contact the genuine retailer from the official websites.
- Remember! Winning a prize should never require upfront payments.