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Alert: Courier Alert Scam in Pakistan Risks Major Financial Losses

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By Web Desk Published August 29, 2024 2 Min Read
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In Pakistan, a sophisticated new SMS scam involving a courier company targets citizens, potentially leading to financial losses.

Here’s a detailed breakdown of how the scam operates and tips to avoid falling victim to it.

Victims receive a call, apparently from an international number, from a caller who claims that a courier company has a parcel addressed to them. The caller convincingly tells the recipient they must make a specific payment to release the parcel. During this interaction, the caller requests the victim’s bank account details and the One-Time Password (OTP) required to approve the transaction.

Close Call:

In one reported incident, the intended victim avoided financial loss because their bank account had insufficient funds to complete the fraudulent transaction.

Caller ID Deception:

Interestingly, these calls, often originating from numbers registered in Dubai, manipulate caller ID systems to appear as if they come from within Pakistan. This tactic adds a layer of authenticity to the scam, making it more convincing.

پاکستان میں شہریوں کو دھوکا دینے کا نیا انداز کیا؟ اس فراڈ سے بچا کیسے جائے؟ جانیے#ARYNews #Alert #OnlineFraud #Scam pic.twitter.com/kxveM4RXQ9

— ARY NEWS (@ARYNEWSOFFICIAL) August 26, 2024

Personal Data Usage:

Fraudsters conducting these scams reportedly have access to personal information about their targets, which they likely use to customize their deceptive pitches and increase their chances of success.

Preventative Measures:

If you receive a call regarding parcel payments:

  1. Verify Directly: Immediately contact the courier company at the officially listed number to confirm the status of any parcel supposedly under your name.
  2. Do Not Share Sensitive Information: Never share your bank account details or OTP with anyone over the phone, regardless of the purported urgency or authority of the request.
  3. Confirm the Caller’s Identity: If possible, ask probing questions for which an impersonator might not anticipate or have ready answers.
  4. Educate Others: Share this information with friends and family to prevent them from falling prey to similar scams.
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