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Many scammers are based overseas so from time to time ESIC may also provide your report to government organisations overseas for the purposes of law enforcement and sharing intelligence about scam activity. ESIC may also contact you about your report if any additional information is required.
ESIC is unable to help you recover money lost to a scam or assist in tracking down a scammer.
TYPES OF SCAMS
TYPES OF SCAMS
FAKE CHARITIES
Scammers impersonate genuine charities and ask for donations or contact you claiming to collect money after natural disasters or major events.
INVESTMENTS
If you are looking for a fast way to make money, watch out – scammers have invented all sorts of fake money-making opportunities to prey on your enthusiasm and get hold of your cash.
JOBS & EMPLOYMENT
Jobs and employment scams trick you into handing over your money by offering you a ‘guaranteed’ way to make fast money or a high-paying job for little effort.
THREATS & EXTORTION
Scammers will use any means possible to steal your identity or your money – including threatening your life or 'hijacking' your computer.
UNEXPECTED MONEY
Scammers invent convincing and seemingly legitimate reasons to give you false hope about offers of money. There are no get-rich-quick schemes, so always think twice before handing over your details or dollars.
UNEXPECTED WINNINGS
Don't be lured by a surprise win. These scams try to trick you into giving money upfront or your personal information in order to receive a prize from a lottery or competition that you never entered.