Police Warning: E-Mail Scam
The Bermuda Police Service issued an advisory today [July 15] warning the public about phishing e-mails and scams.
A Police spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Police Service Financial Crime Unit would like to remind the public to be vigilant with regard to phishing e-mails and scams that attempt to obtain personal information or money.”
“In particular, a fake email is currently circulating locally claiming to be from the US State Department. The apparently personalised email says that the recipient has been selected to receive a ‘United States Permanent Resident Card’ for a sum of money.”
“However, the US State Department does not solicit funds by e-mail.”
“It is important not to release any personal information or money to unknown individuals who attempt to make contact through unsolicited emails.”
“Some of the signs of a phishing email or scam are:
• Poor grammar in the initial correspondence or response e-mail.
• If the response e-mail asks for personal information such as your social insurance number.
• If the response e-mail requires you to part with money.”
“Remember – if it sounds too good to be true, it usually is. The Financial Crime Unit can be contacted on 295-0011.”
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