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SINGAPORE – The Corrupt Practices Investigation Bureau (CPIB) has warned of false documents circulating on WhatsApp claiming to be from the agency.
In a statement on Wednesday (November 18), the CPIB said that it is aware that some citizens had received such documents indicating that certain bank accounts of individuals, companies and third parties will be frozen within 24 hours for the investigation of suspected crimes. of money laundering.
They are then asked to pay a fine.
The CPIB said the documents include images of its logo and possibly a signature of a CPIB official.
Members of the public should be on the lookout for telltale signs that documents are fictitious, including spelling or grammar errors in them.
Singaporeans should take the following precautions if they receive such documents:
• Call the CPIB hotline at 1800-376-0000 for help verifying its authenticity.
• Do not remit or transfer money for any transaction based on the instructions given on or with the documents.
• Do not provide personal information or bank details to the sender.
The CPIB said it seriously considers spoofing public agencies for undesirable or fraudulent purposes. Anyone with information about suspected scams based on impersonation of the CPIB or its officials can call the CPIB hotline at 1800-376-0000.
A CPIB spokesperson said investigations are ongoing.
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