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How to tell if it’s a scam: The red flags in scam messages you need to spot

30 July 2024

Red flags in scam messages that you need to spot

Exhibit 1: The delivery delay

Example of how a scam message can look like

Red flag #1: It says Singapore Post instead of SingPost

Red flag #2: It contains a link!

Red flag #3: The number has a +63

Exhibit 2: The traffic fine

Example of a fake traffic fine message issued by scammers

Red flag #4: Dodgy website link

Red flag #5: Unexpected payment requests

Exhibit 3: The fake bank officer

Example of fake bank officer impersonation by scammers

Red flag #6: You're instructed to download an app

Exhibit 4: The helpful customer service staff

Fake helpful customer staff impersonation by scammers

Red flag #7: Requesting sensitive information

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