The police have issued a warning about a scam known as the „Hello Mom“ scam. This scam involves receiving a message from an unknown number starting with „Hello Mom“ or „Hello Dad.“ A woman in Plettenberg fell victim to this scam and reported it to the police. The scammer claimed that her phone had fallen into the toilet and that she had a new number. The scammer then asked for urgent help with a money transfer, which the victim’s sister fell for, sending a large sum of money to a stranger. The police advise against falling for such scams and suggest verifying the information before making any financial transactions. It is important to be cautious and not to rush into sending money, as scammers often pressure victims to act quickly. In this case, the victim was lucky to have reported the scam to the police before making any additional transfers. Remember to always verify the authenticity of any requests for money transfers, especially if they come from unknown sources. Be vigilant and protect yourself from falling victim to such scams.
