October 7, 1:53 p.m., Fraud, Dalarna County

The scammer calls and says something about you having rented a car, or introduces themselves as a police officer. The aim is to get your card details, or they say they will come and collect gold or other valuables.

Scammers are experts at social manipulation and creating anxiety and stress. They seem trustworthy and helpful, and claim to be from the police, a bank or another organisation you trust. It is easy to get swept up in it and be tricked. It can happen to anyone.

Scammers use various methods, but they all aim to gain access to the victim’s money, valuables or similar items in some way.

Remember:

Do not call back. Scammers want to pressure you into acting on information in a text message and get you to call a phone number. Do not call the number provided; instead, look up the alleged sender’s contact information on their official website.

Do not click on links. Do not click on links in text messages unless you trust the sender. Instead, contact the organisation directly through its official channels.

Do not log in. Never log in with BankID at the request of someone who contacts you. Also, do not share personal information, codes or card details.

Hang up. A scammer who calls may say they are calling from a bank, a government agency or a company. They may also claim to be a relative who needs help making a payment. End the call if you are unsure who is calling.

Do not let strangers in. Close the door if you have the slightest doubt. The police and other reputable organisations or companies never come to someone’s home to collect gold, bank cards or other valuables.

If you think you are being targeted by a crime, call 112 and ask to speak to the police.

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