LINE

Text:AAAPrint
Society

Chinese embassy in UK warns of telecom fraud

1
2018-06-09 09:06:21Xinhua Editor : Gu Liping ECNS App Download

The Chinese embassy in Britain on Friday issued a warning on its website of telecom fraud in the name of Chinese Embassy or Consulate-General.

"Recently, the Chinese Embassy in the UK received phone calls reporting telephone fraud, in which scammers displayed their phone numbers as the Chinese Embassy in the UK (beginning with 44-20-7299) and fabricated kidnappings or accidents, notification of letters or parcels, notification of expiration of passports or other documents," said the embassy in a statement.

The embassy said that it has repeatedly issued warnings against such telecom fraud in the name of Chinese Embassy or Consulate-General, and has reported such fraudulent calls to the British police.

"The Embassy would like to once again remind that if anyone receives a suspected fraudulent call, please hang up immediately for self-protection.

"Please also be advised to contact the Chinese Embassy or Consulate-General in the UK to verify the situation if this is deemed necessary. In the unfortunate event of falling victim to such scams, they should immediately report the case to the police," said the statement.

Just on Wednesday, the embassy warned that Chinese students in Britain are being targeted in a new and two-way scam, cautioning the students to remain vigilant.

According to the warning, a number of such cases have been reported to the authorities recently. The embassy suggested that should Chinese students face such situation, they should call British police or the emergency telephone number for help and contact the Chinese embassy or consulate in Britain to verify the situation.

 

  

Related news

MorePhoto

Most popular in 24h

MoreTop news

MoreVideo

News
Politics
Business
Society
Culture
Military
Sci-tech
Entertainment
Sports
Odd
Features
Biz
Economy
Travel
Travel News
Travel Types
Events
Food
Hotel
Bar & Club
Architecture
Gallery
Photo
CNS Photo
Video
Video
Learning Chinese
Learn About China
Social Chinese
Business Chinese
Buzz Words
Bilingual
Resources
ECNS Wire
Special Coverage
Infographics
Voices
LINE
Back to top Links | About Us | Jobs | Contact Us | Privacy Policy
Copyright ©1999-2018 Chinanews.com. All rights reserved.
Reproduction in whole or in part without permission is prohibited.