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| Two of the 5 mini buses with anti-scam messages (Photo by Sing Tao) |
“If the fraudsters had a method to make a large
amount of money quickly, they wouldn’t need to contact you; they would already
be wealthy.”
This statement, which was aimed as a warning about offers
of instant wealth, was made by Commissioner of Police Raymond Siu, as he led
the launching on Thursday of five minibuses that will be used to step up public
awareness about scams.
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The “Anti-Deception minibuses” are covered with anti-fraud information and iconic city sights on the outside, and will ply routes 48M, 30, 56A, 1 and 4C on Hong Kong island for three months.
Commissioner Siu said these are popular routes in
Hong Kong, which take passengers through hospitals, universities, and
residential and commercial areas.
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He expressed hope that the initiative will heighten
residents’ awareness of fraud, which has been one of the most reported crimes in
Hong Kong nowadays.
Previously, the Police also got big bus companies,
shuttle bus operators on residential estates, and even an ice cream to help spread
the message about scam prevention.
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| Iconic 'Softee' ice cream van also helped spread anti-fraud awareness |
Siu advised residents to remain vigilant, paying
particular attention to calls from strangers who introduce themselves as
customer services representatives who then try to get their personal
information.
He added that the police will intensify
collaboration with banks to further step up fraud prevention efforts.
Phone scams are said to be on the rise, while the
number of reported investment fraud has slightly declined in the first seven
months of the year.
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Siu warned that scammers are often patient, and
could wait for awhile before going for the kill. Still, if they offer quick get-rich
schemes, the intended victim should immediately cut off all contacts.
He reminded the public that there are no legitimate short cuts to attaining wealth.
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