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Stay vigilant and report scams to IDCare on 1800595160 as over 500,000 Aussies lose $3B in 2022
Aussies losing $3 billion to scammers in 2022. Stay vigilant against evolving scams. If scammed, contact your bank, IDCare (1800 595 160), and report to Scamwatch. No shame; it can happen to anyone. Let's combat scams together for justice.
Russell Broadbent here, your Independent Member for Monash. Did you know that in 2022 alone, Australians lost three billion dollars to scammers? Every day, scammers are becoming more sophisticated in getting their hands on our money and personal details.
Scam victims shouldn't feel ashamed, it can happen to anyone. Over 500,000 Australians fell prey in 2022-23. Stay cautious of scams via calls, emails, and social media
Awareness and vigilance
If you have been scammed and lost money or personal information, make sure you:
- Contact your bank immediately, and report that you have been scammed
- Contact IDCare on 1800 595 160 or online at IDCare website
- Report the scam to Scamwatch online at National Anti-Scam Centre website
You should never feel ashamed or embarrassed about being scammed - it can happen to anyone. In fact, over five hundred thousand Australians fell victim to a scam in the 2022-23 financial year. This is your reminder to be wary of incoming scams - especially through phone calls, emails, and social media. Let's make Australia a no-go zone for scammers. That's justice as I see it.
Pictures from Eyewatch- East Gippsland Police Service Area Facebook page.
Source: http://gippsland.com/
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