Whatsapp users are now being warned to look out for these messages and to never transfer money unless it is verified. “Could you pay it till the day after tomorrow? I have the amount on my saving account so I could pay you back after 2 days.” “But my bank account is frozen for 48 hours because of the changing of my phone number for security purposes.
If they agree to help, the fraudsters explain: “I have 2 bills that I have to pay today. Once they’ve convinced their target that they are their son or daughter they write: “Are you busy? Because I have a bit of a problem, and I was wondering if you could help me!” The scammers go on to ask how you are and if you have any pictures of the person they’re pretending to be - claiming not to have access to any images yet. “So I can now temporarily only be reached on this number, can you save it right away?” Fortunately, I am insured against loss or theft, so I will probably get it reimbursed, just have to report the loss.
The first message read: “Mum, very stupid! I lost my phone and looked everywhere but can’t find it. He’s warning the public to inform their mums about the new convincing trick in case they’re targeted. One Twitter user posted images from a Whatsapp conversation online between his mother and the criminals, who were pretending to be him. Templates - Preformatted and non-editable messages approved by WhatsApp. Depending on chat initiation and time frame, you will have to use these message types interchangeably. There has been a whole reel of scams reported throughout the Covid-19 pandemic, and it seems scammers are becoming more and more cunning in their ways. There are two types of messages when using WhatsApp for business communications. Whatsapp users are being warned of new scams that are eerily convincing as fraudsters look for new ways to extort money from innocent victims.
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