Impersonation Scams

What is it?

Scammers often impersonate family members, friends, government officials, police officers, or bank employees through various mediums such as social media, phone calls, and SMS to deceive you into sending money or sharing sensitive information.

How It Works?

• Impersonation: Scammers pose as legitimate authorities, using fake emails, calls, or letters.
• Creating Urgency: They claim urgent situations, like tax debts, compromised bank accounts, or legal threats.
• Requesting Sensitive Information: They demand personal info or immediate payments to avoid consequences.

Prevention Strategies:

• Verify Directly – Confirm any urgent request from a family member, friend, official, or bank through official channels before acting.
• Never Share Personal Info – Banks, NADRA, FBR, FIA, and police never ask for CNIC, bank details, or OTPs over phone, email, or text.
• Beware of Urgent & Unsolicited Contact – Scammers create panic by claiming blocked accounts, unpaid taxes, or legal threats to pressure you.
• Think Before Acting – Legitimate authorities don’t demand immediate payments or threaten arrest. Take time to verify claims.