đđP2P SCAM ALERT đ đ
Peer-to-peer (P2P) payment platforms like Venmo, PayPal, Zelle, and Cash App offer convenient ways to transfer money but have become targets for various scams.îî îIt's crucial to be aware of common schemes to protect yourself.îî
Common P2P Scams:
Accidental Payment Scam: îA scammer sends you money, claiming it was a mistake, and asks for a refund.î îThe initial funds are often from stolen accounts, and when reversed, you're left out of pocket.î îciteîturn0search0îî
Overpayment Scam: îFraudsters overpay for an item you're selling and request the excess amount back.î îLater, the original payment is found to be fraudulent, causing a loss.î îciteîturn0search3îî
Fake Business Transactions: îScammers pose as legitimate businesses, requesting P2P payments for goods or services that don't exist, leaving you without recourse.î îciteîturn0search0îî
Impersonation Scams: îFraudsters pretend to be from your bank's fraud department, asking for sensitive information to "verify" your identity, then use it to access your accounts.î îciteîturn0search1îî
Recent Incidents:
Fake ScotRail Promotions: îScammers created a fake ScotRail Facebook page, offering unrealistic travel deals to steal bank details from unsuspecting commuters.î îciteîturn0news9îî
Uber Ride Scam: îIn Melbourne, a woman reported an Uber driver canceling her ride and requesting direct payment, bypassing the app to potentially scam her.î îciteîturn0news10îî
Protective Measures:
Verify Recipients: îOnly send money to people you know and trust.îî
Be Skeptical of Unexpected Payments: îIf you receive money from an unknown source, contact the P2P platform's support instead of refunding directly.îî
Avoid Sharing Sensitive Information: îLegitimate organizations won't ask for your login credentials or verification codes.îî
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