Is it a scam?

Is it a scam?

A very common question: Is this a scam?

While the answer is "if it sounds too good to be true, then it's probably a scam" is correct, there are many instances when the scammer uses pressure, fear and threats to scam people.

Many cases of innocent people simply bamboozled by scammers.

The clear message..

No government, company or Police would ever telephone an Australian with a threat.. simple! IT IS A SCAM

If the caller threatens

Melbourne Imprisonment
Melbourne Penalty
Melbourne Violence
Melbourne Harm

IT IS A SCAM ?

If the caller says

Melbourne Do not call anyone (ie friends, family, Police)
Melbourne You are in danger
Melbourne You must carry out instructions immediately
Melbourne Wants money
Melbourne Instructs you to do anything

IT IS A SCAM

COMMON SCAMS


Scammers are very clever! They use tricks to impersonate, copy and appear as anyone or anything. Scammers can sound like Government, Police and officials. Scammers can make anything sound or look real.

You MUST (we repeat "must").. believe it is a SCAM before proceeding..

? IT IS A SCAM ?

How to spot a scam


Melbourne pretend to be from an organisation you trust and ask for your personal details in a call or a text.
Melbourne say that you have won a prize or there's money waiting for you.
use logos and copy real text messages to look legitimate.
Melbourne disguise their number/s, to make it look like they're calling from somewhere local.

THESE ARE SCAMS

Most common scams..

Melbourne Many websites (check the www address)
Melbourne Online dating websites
Melbourne Puppy sales
Melbourne Hidden phone numbers

HELP


The ACCC and Scamwatch protects every Australian from scams, scammers and bad people.

If you have been threatened, assaulted or had your property stolen, contact your local police immediately.

Protect yourself from scams

Scammers are getting increasingly sophisticated in their attempts to get your money or personal details. Be alert and protect yourself from being scammed by following our tips.

Melbourne Scams target everyone
Melbourne Protect yourself
Melbourne How to spot a fake
Melbourne Follow up scams

www.scamwatch.gov.au

Where to get help

Melbourne Contact people you know
Melbourne Contact your financial institution
Melbourne Recover your stolen identity
Melbourne Report scams to the authorities
Melbourne Get help from Australian agencies
Melbourne Report scams to Facebook services
Melbourne Change your online passwords
Melbourne Contact your local consumer protection agency
Melbourne Contact a counselling or support service

www.scamwatch.gov.au
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