Beware of fake SMS claiming to be from Singapore Police Force

Members of the public are reminded to be wary of fake SMSes with spoofed headers that make it seem like the messages came from the police.

"He was asked to transfer money to make payment for administrative or transfer fees, before a loan could be disbursed to him," said the police. Always verify the authenticity of the information by contacting the relevant government agencies through their official hotline. The public can verify such information through the police hotline at 1800-255-0000;Licensed moneylenders are not allowed to solicit for loans via text messages, phone calls or social media platforms;

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