According to the article, cybercriminals are targeting people in the name of customs officials and courier companies. It is said that the parcel has arrived from abroad and that it contains gold or other valuables and scares the victims.
After that, criminals are forced to pay money for customs clearance, fine or to get out of the case, it said.
It advises not to trust such calls, video calls or messages and do not share bank details, OTPs, personal information under any circumstances.
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Officials are alerting people about the frauds going on in the name of customs and courier services. It is advised to be careful about scams that collect money by intimidation in the name of gold or illegal goods.
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- 🔹 Be alert for suspicious calls coming in the name of customs
- 🔹 It is advised not to respond immediately if asked for money in the name of gold or courier
