According to the information provided by them, 20-30 people in Bishkek suffer daily from the actions of internet fraudsters. Their appeal emphasizes that cybercrimes are not limited solely to financial losses but also negatively impact family budgets, parents' pensions, and children's futures.
The celebrities highlighted three key reasons contributing to the increase in fraudulent schemes. The first is the sale of bank cards and SIM cards by young people. The second is citizens clicking on suspicious links. The third is the desire to earn money quickly and invest in unverified projects.
Citizens were also informed about a common scheme used by fraudsters. They call, posing as bank employees or law enforcement officers, scare victims with the possibility of losing funds, and demand that money be transferred "for verification."
It is important to note that real government officials never ask for money transfers over the phone. If such calls are received, it is recommended to immediately end the conversation and report the incident to the police by calling 102.
Special attention in the appeal was given to young people. Citizens were reminded that transferring bank cards to third parties can make them accomplices in a crime, which can lead to the issuance of loans and illegal financial transactions using these cards. Responsibility for this is stipulated by the legislation of Kyrgyzstan.
