Korean national na sangkot sa investment property scam, natunton ng PNP at GCash

 

A 70-year-old Korean national was apprehended by police operatives for his alleged involvement in a property investment scam. The operation was spearheaded by the Philippine National Police Northern District Anti-Cybercrime Team (PNP NDACT) of Caloocan City, with support from the leading finance app, GCash.

The suspect, Kyung Soo Lee, residing in Sucat, Parañaque City, attempted to evade the complainant after receiving payment for an investment property from the victim he met online.

"This arrest serves as a reminder that cybercriminals will be held accountable for their actions regardless of nationality,” stated GCash Vice President and Head of Corporate Communications, Gilda Maquilan.

GCash urged the public to remain vigilant and adhere to safety protocols when transacting online. Maquilan emphasized, “Safeguarding our country’s digital landscape is a collective responsibility. On behalf of our partners from the PNP-ACG, we reiterate the importance of reporting suspicious activities to our hotlines. Our police authorities can only act on cybercriminals if there is a formal complaint filed with them.”

Reporting Suspicious Activities:

• PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group (PNP-ACG) Hotlines: (02) 8414-1560 or 0998-598-8116
• Email: acg@pnp.gov.ph
• GCash Help Center: In-app or at help.gcash.com
• GCash Hotline: Dial 2882

GCash users are also encouraged to exercise extra caution when transacting with others. Never reveal your MPIN or OTP, and avoid clicking on links that could lead to phishing scams. GCash will never send private messages asking for personal information, especially the MPIN and OTP.

For more information, visit GCash.

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FAQs

1. How can I report suspicious activities to the PNP Anti-Cybercrime Group?

• You can report suspicious activities by calling the PNP-ACG hotlines at (02) 8414-1560 or 0998-598-8116, or by emailing acg@pnp.gov.ph.

2. How do I report a scam to GCash?

• Report scams to the official GCash Help Center in the app or at help.gcash.com. You can also message Gigi and type “I want to report a scam,” or contact the GCash hotline by dialing 2882.

3. What precautions should I take when transacting online?

• Never reveal your MPIN or OTP, and avoid clicking on suspicious links. GCash will never ask for personal information through private messages.

4. What should I do if I suspect a scam?

• Report it immediately to the PNP-ACG or GCash Help Center to ensure prompt action.

5. How does GCash contribute to cybersecurity?

• GCash collaborates with authorities like the PNP-ACG to safeguard the digital landscape and encourages users to report suspicious activities.