Cyber police revealed 7 types of fake Facebook pages that scammers often use to defraud the public.
Pol. Col. Kritsana Pattanacharoen, spokesman for the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters, said that nowadays social media (Social Media or Social Network) is very popular. It has played an important role in the daily life of the people widely. Whether it is communication, activities or various transactions. But it is also a channel that criminals use to seek illegal benefits. defrauding people's property especially Creating a fake Facebook page Pretending to be various agencies In the past, the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters and related agencies have publicized and continually warn the public to be careful of such scams. By checking from the online notification management center. Royal Thai Police It was found that 7 types of fake Facebook pages that criminals often use to deceive the public can be divided into 7 types as follows: 1. Fake government agency page Impersonating a government official or being a high-ranking government official Can help provide legal advice. Provide notification service or file a complaint online Including accepting online government documents such as vehicle driving licenses. ID card, etc.
2. Company pages, stock exchanges, mutual funds, fake stocks, inviting fraud to invest in various assets such as gold, digital money, foreign currencies, energy stocks, etc., claiming to provide high returns in a short time. Or invest a little and get a lot of returns. Guaranteed profit Impersonating a famous person in the investment field 3. Financial institution page or fake bank persuade to lend money granting loans Emergency loan service with high credit limit Claiming that application is easy, approval is fast, interest is low, minimal documentation is required. No guarantor required There is no credit check, there is protection from the PDPA law, etc. The deposit is usually transferred. The guarantee money must be paid first. 4. Fake hotel or accommodation pages in important tourist attractions. Fraud into transferring money for accommodation reservations Various security deposits 5. Department store page or fake online stores Scam selling products online Transfer money but don't send the product Although the damage was not much But the number of victims is number 1.
6. Government agency pages or fake private agencies Apply for work online It's usually a simple job, clicking like, sharing, reviewing products, accommodations, pressing product orders, etc. They will have to transfer enough money into the system before doing the activity. or can do missions Initially got real money back after unable to withdraw money. 7. Fake page impersonating a famous person. or individual Using important events such as accidents, natural disasters, activities, and various projects to deceive and receive donations. or financial aid for disaster victims from generous citizens
In the past, the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters has rushed to follow the government's policies. and the Royal Thai Police To prevent and suppress all forms of online crimes. Including creating awareness among the people so that they do not fall prey to criminals. Especially related to impersonating various agencies. defrauding property or the personal information of citizens to be illegally exploited which is considered to be aggravating the suffering of the people
A spokesman for the Royal Thai Armed Forces Headquarters added that In the past, we have continued to investigate and find Facebook pages in this manner. Therefore in use or access various services on social media Especially such as contacting various agencies. You should check those channels carefully first to see if they really belong to that agency or not. Moreover, what is more important than taking action to shut down these fake pages is that people are conscious. Don't be easily fooled. Even if scammers open a new page to deceive, how? If there are people who are conscious and don't believe it, check carefully first. Will definitely not fall victim to these scammers.
In this regard, we would like to share with you the public relations methods for preventing fake Facebook pages as follows:
1. People who have been damaged in technological crimes. You can report it online at https://thaipoliceonline.com only. You can call to inquire or consult at Cyber police hotline 1441 or 081-866-3000 and there is no LINE channel to contact. There is only a chatbot @police1441 that is used to consult on technological crime cases. Waiting to provide answers to people's questions 24 hours a day.
2. Normally, government agencies do not have a policy for contacting or conduct transactions with the public through social media channels You should check the policy of that agency. Let's do it well first.
3. Fake Facebook pages often have paid advertisements to reach victims. and to build credibility Often impersonating high-ranking government officials or important people And if you check carefully, you will find that the organization's symbols are used inconsistently with the page.
4. Fake Facebook page If you check the transparency of the page It will be found that it was built not long ago. and may have previously changed its name from another suspicious page or there is a page administrator living in a foreign country other than Thailand
5. The real Facebook page must have a blue check mark to verify identity. If there is no mark, it is assumed that it is a fake page.
6. Real Facebook page Often participate in posting content, pictures, or various activities continuously, including not having too few followers.
7. Do not fill in or reveal personal information. Financial information, legal information through various online communities is strictly prohibited.
8. Avoid transferring money to individual accounts. Because it is often a horse account that fraudsters have prepared.
9.Make sure By contacting that agency Directly through the call center number to inquire or notify to investigate immediately.
Source: Thai News Agency