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The unusual call that criminals are making these days to scam you: If you answer, avoid saying these words
CO🏛️ PoliticsCenter4 hr. ago

The unusual call that criminals are making these days to scam you: If you answer, avoid saying these words

The article discusses a new scam tactic involving unsolicited international calls aimed at deceiving victims into providing personal or financial information. These calls often create urgency or fear by pretending to be from official entities, such as claiming unpaid taxes or false accusations. Scammers may also pose as charitable organizations or offer fake prizes to manipulate victims. The article advises people to avoid answering suspicious calls and not to respond with phrases like 'Hello' or 'Who is this?' if they do answer. It emphasizes staying calm, verifying information through official channels, and avoiding immediate action under pressure.

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The unusual call that criminals are making these days to scam you: If you answer, avoid saying these words

The article discusses a new scam tactic involving unsolicited international calls aimed at deceiving victims into providing personal or financial information. These calls often create urgency or fear by pretending to be from official entities, such as claiming unpaid taxes or false accusations. Scammers may also pose as charitable organizations or offer fake prizes to manipulate victims. The article advises people to avoid answering suspicious calls and not to respond with phrases like 'Hello' or 'Who is this?' if they do answer. It emphasizes staying calm, verifying information through official channels, and avoiding immediate action under pressure.

Bias read (Center): The article provides general advice on identifying and responding to scams without taking a stance on any political issue. It focuses on public safety and does not favor any particular political group or ideology.

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