According to police, many individuals are increasingly relying on online platforms for purchasing goods and making payments during the festive period. However, this trend has also led to a surge in scams where fraudsters illegally obtain money and sensitive personal information.
Authorities note that some individuals, driven by economic hardship and the desire for quick financial gain, are turning to such fraudulent activities. As a result, complaints reported to police stations and the Criminal Investigation Department have significantly increased in recent years.
Investigations have identified several common methods used by scammers, including fraudulent advertisements, malicious links, fake online shopping websites, and counterfeit banking offers and websites.
Police further emphasized that scammers often use sophisticated tactics to build trust among the public, making these schemes more convincing and difficult to detect.
The public is therefore strongly advised to remain vigilant, verify the authenticity of websites and offers, and avoid sharing personal or financial information through unverified sources.
Authorities urge anyone who suspects fraudulent activity to report it immediately to the nearest police station.
