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Alert L3 - WhatsApp scam Alert! Fraudsters posing as local /US Employers.

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WARNING: WhatsApp scam targeting job seekers.

Beware of WhatsApp scam! Fraudsters posing as US employers using numbers +1 to steal personal information & money.
Fraudsters are using WhatsApp to scam people by posing as US or local employers since August 2023, They may send messages or make calls claiming to be from a well-known company and offering a job or internship.

The scammers will then ask for your personal information, such as your name, address, date of birth, and Social Security number.
They may also ask you to send them money, either as a processing fee or to cover the cost of travel or training.

Here are some tips to protect yourself from this scam:

  • Be suspicious of any unsolicited messages or calls from people claiming to be from US employers.

  • Never give out your personal information to someone you don't know and trust.

  • Do not send money to anyone who asks for it upfront, especially in exchange for a job or internship.

  • If you think you may have been scammed, report it to WhatsApp and the FBI.

Here are some additional tips for spotting a WhatsApp scam:

  • The scammer may use a fake phone number with a US area code.

  • The scammer may claim to be from a well-known company, identity theft of real HR people.

  • The scammer may offer you a job or internship in your local area , if you ask them from where you got your number they will just say that they got it from a hiring source such as Linkedin , or a recruitement website.

  • The scammer may pressure you to make a quick decision or send them money immediately.

If you receive a message or call from someone claiming to be a US employer, it is always best to err on the side of caution and verify their identity.
You can do this by contacting the company directly using a phone number or email address listed on their official website.

Stay safe and vigilant!

27 days ago by :
WHITE HAT ALLIANCE
CSR VIGILANCE TEAM.

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