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TRAVEL SCAM
Bangkok, Thailand
Hacked Social Media Money Scam
Scammers hack accounts and request money from victims’ contacts.
High Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Social media platforms, messaging apps
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
Account hacked
• scammer sends message
• asks for urgent money
• victim transfers funds
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• unusual message
• urgent money request
• changed behavior
• payment pressure
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• verify sender identity
• avoid instant transfer
• confirm via call
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