Beware Of Video Call Mode Fraud, Victims Become Rice Devices

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JAKARTA - The Department of Communication and Information (Diskominfo) of Tangerang City, Banten, appealed to the public to increase digital awareness in the era of the development of communication technology, especially new fraud through video call scams.

Head of the Tangerang City Communications and Information Office (Diskominfo) Mugiya Wardhany said video calls generally start with perpetrators who contact the victim via video call, then commit indecent acts during the call.

If the victim shows his face, the perpetrator will usually take a screenshot or screenshot to be used as an extortion tool.

"Therefore, it is important for the public to recognize the method of not becoming a victim. In today's era, it is necessary to be more aware of the new mode of fraud," he said.

The Tangerang City Diskominfo suggested that people not be trapped in this fraudulent practice as if they did not receive video calls from unknown numbers.

"Make sure you only receive video calls from known contacts. If there is a call from a foreign number, it should be ignored to avoid the risk of fraud," he said.

If you accidentally pick up a video call from a suspicious number, immediately turn off the camera to prevent the perpetrator from seeing or taking pictures of your face.

"If you feel disturbed by a suspicious call, immediately block the number. This step can prevent the perpetrator from making further contact," he said.