Alert! Pos Malaysia impersonator scams are on the rise - here's how to spot them

Pay attention to these common tactics used by scammers posing as logistic services to commit fraud against vulnerable Malaysians.

Scammers are increasingly targeting unsuspecting Malaysians by impersonating Pos Malaysia staff and using deceptive tactics to steal their personal and financial information. This article will shed light on these scams and provide you with essential tips to protect yourself from falling victim to them.

Source

The Rising Cases of Online Frauds in Malaysia

Johor police chief Commissioner M. Kumar noted that 148 phone scams this year resulted in RM5.88 million in losses.

In a recent case, two Malaysians fell victim to the contraband parcel scam in one day, losing a combined RM394,000. A 32-year-old self-employed individual was duped into transferring RM234,000 in 15 transactions after receiving calls from scammers posing as a Pos Malaysia staff and a police officer. Additionally, a 30-year-old public servant also lost RM160,000 to the same scheme. To avoid becoming a victim, the public is urged to verify information through official channels and make direct calls to Pos Malaysia.

Keep Yourself Updated About Pos Malaysia Scams

Scammers often impersonate Pos Malaysia staff, claiming issues with deliveries, undelivered packages, or requesting personal details. They may employ high-pressure tactics to induce panic and elicit hasty responses. To identify these scams, be wary of unsolicited calls or messages demanding immediate action.

These are some common scam tactics used to lure unsuspecting users into revealing personal information.

To deal with suspicious texts, always stay vigilant and practice these 4 steps: ignore, block, erase, and report to the relevant authority. 

Keep yourself updated about Pos Malaysia scams here: https://www.pos.com.my/scam-update

Protect yourself from fraud with Whoscall

Did you know that Pos Malaysia is the first courier service in partnership with Whoscall? Verified by Polis Diraja Malaysia (PDRM), Whoscall is a caller ID mobile app that helps you identify suspicious text messages and phone calls.

This industry-leading caller ID application identifies incoming calls, revealing potential fraudsters and spammers. By using Whoscall, you gain an extra layer of protection against online fraud, recognising scam calls in real-time, block unwanted calls, and report suspicious numbers.

Limited time only: Upgrade to Whoscall Premium

For a limited time only, Pos Malaysia is giving away 1 million Whoscall Premium account for FREE. This version offers additional premium features to keep you protected:

⦁ Auto spam call blocker: Whoscall will automatically block spam calls to save you time.

⦁ Latest number database: Stay up to date with the latest database of spam callers to easily identify scammers.

⦁ Ad-free experience: Faster, smoother experience with no ads.

Get your FREE Whoscall Premium account here.

Remember, Pos Malaysia will never ask for sensitive information through unsolicited calls or messages. Always verify information through official channels. By staying informed and using tools like Whoscall, you can significantly reduce your risk of becoming a victim of internet fraud, bank fraud, credit card scams, and phone scams.