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2 clusters · 8 sources · 8 days · First seen about 1 month ago · Last updated 26 days ago

E-commerce impersonation scams

Overview

Police have issued a warning regarding sophisticated e-commerce scams where fraudsters impersonate employees from online platforms, specific brands, or delivery services.

These scammers often use accurate order details, such as the buyer’s name and product type, to establish trust. They typically contact victims claiming a recent order is defective, prohibited, or unsafe to prompt an urgent recall. To facilitate the fraud, criminals direct victims to platforms like Zalo, Telegram, or Facebook to process returns or refunds, using fraudulent links or QR codes to steal bank information, authentication codes, or to execute full device takeovers.

Entities

South Africa · Vietnamese police · Shaheen Price · Uhuru Marketplace

Timeline

26 days ago

[CRIME] 5 sources
Police warn of e-commerce scams targeting online shoppers
Police warn of new e-commerce scams where fraudsters impersonate delivery or platform staff to steal bank details via fake refund and product recall schemes.
about 1 month ago

[BUSINESS] 3 sources
South African online shoppers urged to use caution against marketplace scams
South African online shoppers are advised to watch for scams, counterfeits, and unreliable sellers by verifying trading histories, product photos, and business contact details.

Sources

cafebiz.vn · cafef.vn · kenh14.vn · knysnaplettherald.com · mosselbayadvertiser.com · oudtshoorncourant.com · soha.vn · vietnamplus.vn