Coronavirus
Scams
Overview of Coronavirus Scams
The onset of the pandemic has not only brought a threat to humans due to the virus and its constant mutations but also the scammers who are constantly prying on the people and taking advantage of the pandemic. In these tough times, it is we who need to stand together and help each other in fighting the pandemic and the scammers fearlessly. We are doing our share by listing the common kinds of coronavirus scams and how one can stay away from them. We request you to fulfill your part by implementing the warning signs in your life as well as sharing it with people who might benefit from this.
Types of Coronavirus Scams
Below are some of the most common scams that arose during the pandemic and have generated a significant number of complaints.
Social Media Scams
In such types of scams, the scammers might invite you to take an online quiz with the promise of quick money. As soon as the victim signs up for the quiz, the scammer will ask basic questions like ‘what was the name of your first school?’ or ‘what was the name of your first pet?’ The problem with these quizzes is that such questions are usually asked while going through a security check to create an account online. Such quizzes also ask you to post the answers on your social media handles to claim the prize, thus making your personal information public. This leaves you vulnerable to a lot of scammers who now will be able to easily access all of your accounts.
Lockdown Fine Scams
This type of scam usually targets the older generations, as they tend to be more vulnerable to such frauds. Messages or emails are sent to the victims by the scammer pretending to be from the government, stating they have been charged an amount of money as a fine for going out in the lockdown and breaking the rules. Even though the government has alerted the public regarding such scams, people tend to fall for them due to being pressured psychologically.
Door-to-Door Scams
Door-to-door scams pose a greater threat to victims, since they include direct contact with the scammers. In such cases, the scammers act as if they are good people who are sent to visit senior citizens living alone to ask if they require some kind of assistance such as grocery shopping or medicines. They will either take the money and flee or buy the things and return to the house, which can result in a robbery or even worse.
How to Avoid Coronavirus Scams
- You must never give your personal information to a stranger or post on social media handles.
- If someone has come to your house offering help, always ask for an ID to prove they are not scammers.
- Never open the door for strangers, especially if you are alone in the house.
- You must not share any of your social media handles, passwords or other login details.
- Take time and think before proceeding to the next step.
If you have been a victim of any such coronavirus scams or you know somebody who has been a victim, report it now! At Fundrecovery Australia, we assure the fastest solutions to get your money back.
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