Kasikornbank warns of scam targeting bank accounts

Thairath•Society•1d ago

Reader Briefing

Kasikornbank issues scam alert about fraudsters posing as authorities to trick victims into transferring money.

•Kasikornbank (KBank) is warning customers about a scam where fraudsters impersonate authorities and threaten victims to transfer money.
•The scam involves calls or messages claiming the recipient is involved in a crime, pressuring them to send money for verification.
•In 2023, financial losses from scams reached 25,000 million Baht, highlighting a critical issue for the public.
•Authorities emphasize that real police do not make such calls or demand money transfers and advise direct contact with official agencies.

Overview

•Kasikornbank is alerting customers to a prevalent scam where fraudsters pose as authorities.
•The scamming tactic involves threatening victims with legal trouble and demanding money transfers for verification.
•In the year 2025 (2025), the total value of damages from scams reached 25,000 million Baht.
•Customers who fall for the scam risk having their entire bank accounts emptied.
•KBank Live posted a cautionary message stating, “Don't believe, don't fear, don't transfer.”
•Scammers often coerce victims into staying on the phone to prevent them from seeking advice from others.
•Police officials emphasize that real police "do not call, do not video call, do not ask for money transfers."
•Individuals are advised to contact the impersonated agencies directly and avoid sharing personal information or rushing to transfer funds.

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Key Quotes

KBank Live

"“Don't believe, don't fear, don't transfer. When you receive a call saying 'You are involved in a case,' you risk being scammed, losing all your money.”"

“ไม่เชื่อ ไม่กลัว ไม่โอน เมื่อได้รับสาย “คุณมีส่วนเกี่ยวข้องกับคดี” เสี่ยงโดนหลอก เงินหมดทั้งบัญชี

Police

"“Real police do not call, do not video call, do not ask for money transfers.”"

ตำรวจจริง “ไม่โทร-ไม่วิดีโอคอล-ไม่เรียกโอนเงิน”

Key Entities

Organization

Kasikornbank(กสิกรไทย)ℹ️

A Thai bank issuing a public warning about a prevalent scam targeting its customers.

KBank Live

The official fan page of Kasikornbank that posted the scam alert.

Police(ตำรวจ)ℹ️

Law enforcement agency providing advice on how to identify legitimate police communication.