Government Impersonation Scam
Fraudsters pose as government officials (e.g., Tax Department, Census Department, or even Police). They claim to be conducting investigations, collecting overdue taxes, or gathering information, and demand personal details or payments.
They often use threats of legal action, fines, or arrest to pressure victims into complying.
How to Identify this Scam
1
Calls come from suspicious or unofficial numbers.
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Threats of legal action unless you comply immediately.
3
Vague or incorrect details about your case.
4
Requests for payment through non-official channels (bank transfers, eZ Cash, etc.).
What to Do
- Do not share personal information or make payments based on unverified calls. Collect the caller’s details, hang up, and confirm by calling the relevant government department’s official hotline.
