The fraudsters were lifted by schoolgirls 548 thousand hryvnias for “online work”

In the Chernivtsi region, a 15-year-old girl got into a fraudulent trap, believing in the promises of fast earnings. She has transferred 548 thousand hryvnias to unknown accounts allegedly for employment, reports the police of the region.

A 40-year-old resident was told about the incident of law enforcement officers. According to him, her daughter found an announcement of distance work in one of the social networks. Communication with the "employer" took place online. Unknown persons gradually lured money, allegedly for registration, preparation of documents or launch of a "office".

As a result, the child, without consulting with adults, transferred the money raised to the family by fraudsters - the total amount reached UAH 548 thousand.

Police opened criminal proceedings under Article 190 (1) of the Criminal Code of Ukraine - fraud. The investigation is ongoing, law enforcement officers identify persons involved in the crime.

Police warned: Online payments can be a trap

Law enforcement officers once again emphasize that there is an increase in the number of Internet fraud, when scammers offer easy earnings and make money ahead.

In order not to be the victim of fraud, experts advise:

  • look for work with official employment;

  • do not trust the promises of fast earnings effortlessly;

  • do not send funds to strangers or unclear details;

  • Do not go on suspicious links - it can be phishing;

  • Always consult your parents or adults before any financial actions.

spot_imgspot_imgspot_imgspot_img

popular

Share this post:

More like this
HERE

Development of the principles of communication from the media was entrusted with judge Barsuk, who wanted to plant journalists

To develop and implement the principles of communication between courts and ...

Ministry of Social Policy wants to transfer orphans to private individuals

In the midst of war, when the number of socially vulnerable citizens only ...

What is known about the theft on the construction of fortifications in Sumy region

Widespread resonance in society has caused publications of analysts of the DeepState Publishment ...

The Kremlin stated that the end of the war depends on the position of Kiev

The Kremlin is trying to shift responsibility for delaying war ...

From July 1 in Ukraine the rules of inspection, social release and work of Ukrposhta are changing

Since the beginning of July, Ukrainians have been expected in the social ...

What a holiday on June 30: Main Traditions, Signs and Prohibitions of the Day

On June 30, Ukraine does not have the official status of the festive ...

Ukrainian was sentenced for 15 years for espionage in favor of FSB

In the Dnipropetrovsk region, a sentence was issued to a citizen who worked on ...

Corruption detained by KSCA Officer Ilya Pasko got an increase

According to sources of 360ua.news, previously detained for corruption ...