Online Selling Investment Scam: 3 Risk Signals Before Transferring Money

Thairath•Society•13d ago

Reader Briefing

Cyberpolice warn against online selling investment scams, urging caution before transferring funds.

•Cyberpolice warn that investing in online selling with 'some returns' is not a reason to be complacent due to ongoing scams.
•Scammers are impersonating real companies by creating fake websites, LINE accounts, and online documents to build credibility.
•Impersonators are attempting to trick victims into transferring more money after initial investment.
•The reason for the warnings is a rise in cases of scammers exploiting people through online selling investments.
•Three specific risk signals to check before transferring money include: newly opened websites, frequently changing bank accounts that don't match company names, and fluctuating return accounts that may be linked to mule accounts.
•If suspicious, victims are advised not to ask the scammer directly but to consult trusted close contacts and use safe channels like Cyber Check.
•Victims should gather evidence such as transfer slips, refund records, chat logs, website links, and LINE profiles.
•Victims can report scams via the AOC hotline 1441, online reporting at www.thaipoliceonline.go.th, or at a nearby police station.

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Cyberpolice(ตำรวจไซเบอร์)

The organization issuing warnings about online scams and providing reporting channels.

Bureau of Technology Crime Suppression(บช.สอท.)

The bureau associated with Cyberpolice, identified on their Facebook page.

Cyber Check

A safe channel recommended for checking suspicious activities related to online scams.

AOC

The hotline number (1441) for reporting cybersecurity-related crimes.