Online Shopping Fraud Cases Most Prevalent; Criminal Investigation Bureau Provides Anti-Fraud Keywords
The Criminal Investigation Bureau announced that online shopping fraud and phishing link scams are the most frequently reported fraud methods. In March, an average of 460 fraud cases were reported daily nationwide, with financial losses totaling approximately NT$150 million, a decrease from the same period last year. Scammers use tactics like promoting low-priced goods, free giveaways, and impersonating official agencies to trick people into revealing personal information or money. The Bureau warns that phrases like 'real-name authentication not completed' or 'payment verification failed' are indicators of fraud, urging the public to be vigilant and halt transactions.
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The Criminal Investigation Bureau held a press conference this morning, hosted by Director-General Chiu Shao-chou, and invited Fubon Angels member Lin Fang-ching (Lemon) from the Fubon Guardians of the Chinese Professional Baseball League to promote anti-fraud awareness. Lemon also shared her experience of encountering fraud at the event.
Director-General Chiu Shao-chou stated that according to the 165 Anti-Fraud Dashboard statistics up to March, the most common victim cases were online shopping fraud and phishing link fraud. Criminals impersonate public agencies, using excuses like unpaid fines to lure the public.
He said that analysis shows anti-fraud keywords include 'low-price limited offers' and 'free giveaways.' If the public does not verify and inadvertently proceeds with a transaction, criminals will claim that real-name authentication is required, followed by a process where verification fails, prompting contact with customer service. Many cases involve people being scammed after privately adding LINE accounts provided by criminals.
According to the 165 Anti-Fraud Dashboard, in March, an average of 460 fraud cases were reported nationwide daily, with total financial losses of approximately NT$150 million, a decrease compared to the same period last year. The Criminal Investigation Bureau stated that this shows the overall effectiveness of anti-fraud efforts.
According to news data, the Criminal Investigation Bureau analyzed fraud methods. Based on the number of accepted cases, the top five were online shopping fraud, followed by fake investment fraud, pornographic call girl fraud, fake dating (investment fraud) fraud, and phishing link fraud.
The Criminal Investigation Bureau believes that online shopping fraud remains highly prevalent recently. Analysis of fraud methods shows that fraud groups post low-priced goods, free giveaways, and fake buyer comments on social media platforms to induce people to chat privately on LINE or Messenger.
Police said that fraud groups also impersonate convenience stores and logistics operators with phishing links. After people follow the instructions, messages like 'real-name authentication not completed,' 'payment verification failed,' or 'account frozen' appear, inducing them to contact 'online customer service.'
Police stated that fraud groups ultimately demand online transfers, cardless withdrawals, QR code scanning, or handing over financial cards under the guise of 'completing verification' or 'unfreezing accounts,' leading to financial losses for the public.
The Criminal Investigation Bureau reminds the public that if 'real-name authentication not completed' or 'payment verification failed' appears during online transactions, it can be identified as fraud. It is crucial to heighten vigilance and halt transactions.
In addition, phishing link fraud often occurs through text messages and emails, impersonating e-commerce platforms, government agencies, financial institutions, and logistics operators, using names like 'prize notification,' 'account anomaly,' or 'delivery problem' to induce clicks on links. If people enter personal information, credit card details, or one-time verification codes (OTP) on counterfeit websites, their cards will be stolen, resulting in financial losses. (Editor: Li Hsi-chang) 1150409
Director-General Chiu Shao-chou stated that according to the 165 Anti-Fraud Dashboard statistics up to March, the most common victim cases were online shopping fraud and phishing link fraud. Criminals impersonate public agencies, using excuses like unpaid fines to lure the public.
He said that analysis shows anti-fraud keywords include 'low-price limited offers' and 'free giveaways.' If the public does not verify and inadvertently proceeds with a transaction, criminals will claim that real-name authentication is required, followed by a process where verification fails, prompting contact with customer service. Many cases involve people being scammed after privately adding LINE accounts provided by criminals.
According to the 165 Anti-Fraud Dashboard, in March, an average of 460 fraud cases were reported nationwide daily, with total financial losses of approximately NT$150 million, a decrease compared to the same period last year. The Criminal Investigation Bureau stated that this shows the overall effectiveness of anti-fraud efforts.
According to news data, the Criminal Investigation Bureau analyzed fraud methods. Based on the number of accepted cases, the top five were online shopping fraud, followed by fake investment fraud, pornographic call girl fraud, fake dating (investment fraud) fraud, and phishing link fraud.
The Criminal Investigation Bureau believes that online shopping fraud remains highly prevalent recently. Analysis of fraud methods shows that fraud groups post low-priced goods, free giveaways, and fake buyer comments on social media platforms to induce people to chat privately on LINE or Messenger.
Police said that fraud groups also impersonate convenience stores and logistics operators with phishing links. After people follow the instructions, messages like 'real-name authentication not completed,' 'payment verification failed,' or 'account frozen' appear, inducing them to contact 'online customer service.'
Police stated that fraud groups ultimately demand online transfers, cardless withdrawals, QR code scanning, or handing over financial cards under the guise of 'completing verification' or 'unfreezing accounts,' leading to financial losses for the public.
The Criminal Investigation Bureau reminds the public that if 'real-name authentication not completed' or 'payment verification failed' appears during online transactions, it can be identified as fraud. It is crucial to heighten vigilance and halt transactions.
In addition, phishing link fraud often occurs through text messages and emails, impersonating e-commerce platforms, government agencies, financial institutions, and logistics operators, using names like 'prize notification,' 'account anomaly,' or 'delivery problem' to induce clicks on links. If people enter personal information, credit card details, or one-time verification codes (OTP) on counterfeit websites, their cards will be stolen, resulting in financial losses. (Editor: Li Hsi-chang) 1150409
FAQ
What are the most common fraud methods reported by the Criminal Investigation Bureau?
According to the Criminal Investigation Bureau, the most frequently reported fraud methods are online shopping fraud and phishing link fraud.
What keywords and tactics do scammers often use?
Scammers often use keywords like 'low-price limited offers' and 'free giveaways,' impersonate public agencies, or use excuses like failed real-name authentication or payment verification to induce contact.