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17 May 2023 | Story | Impersonation Scam
Beware of Government Officials Impersonation scams

On May 17, at 1 pm, I received a cold call. The initial number used by the caller was +92 3404541747. I mentioned that I would only answer calls from Singapore numbers. As a result, they called again…...

16 May 2023 | Story | Phishing Scam
Don't download fake ScamShield app from dubious sites!

Received a message asking me to download a fake ScamShield apk app. Please do not do it as the app contains malware that allows scammers to take control of the victim’s devices.  Be careful guys!  Editor's…...

09 May 2023 | Story | Job Scam
Beware of Job scams!

My story is similar to this one: https://www.scamalert.sg/stories-details/Story-04May2023225901PM So long story short I was scammed exactly like this person, except that i chose the higher amount for…...

09 May 2023 | Story | Phishing Scam | Impersonation Scam
Beware of Government Officials Impersonation scams

I received an automated voice call to authorize a transaction on a Metro UOB Visa credit card that I do not own. I was connected to a customer service officer who identified himself as Thomas Chan. He…...

08 May 2023 | Story | Impersonation Scam
Robocall from "ICA" turned out to be a scam

Shortly after returning to Singapore, I received a robocall from what appeared to be a Singaporean number. The automated voice stated, "You have a letter pending from the Immigration and Checkpoints Authority.…...

21 Apr 2023 | Story | Investment Scam | Internet Love Scam
Beware of fake investment offers

Zhao Dong contacted me via Instagram on April 6, 2023, claiming he lived in Watten Park, drove a Bentley, owned a wine business, and was a divorced 41-year-old Singaporean who grew up in China. He insisted…...

30 Mar 2023 | Story | Impersonation Scam
Don't be fooled by Government Officials Impersonation scams

On March 30, 2023, at 2:15 PM, I received a video call on WhatsApp from an individual dressed in full police uniform, complete with cap and mask. The man appeared to be in his 20s and was standing under…...

13 Mar 2023 | Story | Impersonation Scam
Beware of Government Officials Impersonation scams

Robocall: "There is problem with your ICA details. press '3'to speak to our officer.'...