Scam warning: fake finance official
Posted on 3 October 2024
We’re aware of a scam affecting students at the moment where a fake official may phone you to advise that your bank account has been compromised.
An official may say they are calling as the police have advised them or are with them, stating that your bank account has been compromised or someone has walked into a bank branch pretending to be you. They may have a crime reference number.
By using information found on social media, the caller gains your trust and persuades you to transfer funds to an account they give you. The call ends once all your accounts have been transferred.
Please be extremely cautious of any phone calls, text messages, or emails that ask for personal or financial details.
Is it a fake call?
Here are some things to look out for in a fake financial call:
- The caller doesn't give you time to think
- The caller tries to stop you from speaking to a family member or friend
- The caller asks you to transfer money to a new account
- The caller asks for your 4-digit card PIN or your online banking password
- The caller asks you to withdraw money to hand over to them for safe-keeping
If you think you've been targeted
If you think you or that one of your friends has been targeted by scammers, please contact the Student Hub as soon as possible.