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Protect Yourself: Essential Contacts for Reporting Scams and Cybercrime
This page provides a vital resource: a comprehensive and up-to-date list of contact information to report scams, threats, identity theft, and extortion. Don’t let injustice go unchecked. Take action now. Every report contributes to our collective fight for security and freedom.
AUSTRALIA
Police: Report to your local police station or call Crimestoppers . For non-emergencies, contact the police 131 444.
National Anti-Scam Centre/ScamWatch: This center coordinates government, law enforcement, and the private sector to combat scams, building upon the work of the ACCC’s Scamwatch service.
ReportCyber: Report scams through their official website, a platform mainly for consumer and business reporting.
INDIA
Police: Report scams and cybercrimes at your local police station, providing as much detail as possible. The Cyber Crime Helpline number is 1930.
The National Cybercrime Reporting Portal– This portal facilitates reporting of cybercrime by victims and complainants across India.
CERT-In (Indian Computer Emergency Response Team):-Report all types of cybercrimes and online scams here, as they handle cyber security threats and operations.
Union Home Ministry Helpline– Dial 155260 to report cybercrimes and online scams. Note that this helpline is currently staffed by state police in 7 states and union territories.
National Consumer Helpline– Consumers can file complaints against businesses by calling 0000000, or SMS 0000000
IRELAND
Crime Victims Helpline: This nationwide, confidential service can be reached at freephone number 116 006.
FraudSMART:– An initiative by the Banking & Payments Federation Ireland (BPFI) to raise awareness of financial fraud.
The Garda National Economic Crime Bureau (GNECB):– Focuses on complex, international, and organized crime cases.
NEW ZEALAND
New Zealand Police:– Report fraud by calling their non-emergency number at 105 or by contacting your local police station.
NetSafe-This non-profit organization promotes online safety. Report online scams through their website.
Serious Fraud Office (SFO):– Report significant investment scams to the SFO, which investigates and prosecutes complex financial crimes.
Department of Internal Affairs:– Forward fraudulent emails and relevant information to [email protected].
CERT NZ– Report identity and phishing scams here; they take action against scammers.
SINGAPORE
Singapore Police Force Anti-Scam Centre (ASC):– Report scams or suspicious messages immediately. The ASC disrupts scam operations and mitigates victim losses through enforcement, engagement, engineering and education. They collaborate with various stakeholders, including banks and tech companies. Visit www.scamalert.sg or call the Anti-Scam Hotline at 1800-722-6688. Alternatively, contact the police hotline at 1800-255-0000 or submit information online at www.police.gov.sg/iwitness. All information is kept confidential.
The National Crime Prevention Council (NCPC):– Works alongside the ASC to combat fraud. You can reach them on the Anti-Scam Hotline 1800-722-6688 or the ‘X Ah Long’ Hotline at 1800-924-5664. The NCPC has various initiatives, including ScamAlert.sg, and the ScamShield app.
UNITED KINGDOM
Action Fraud: Report scams in England, Wales, or Northern Ireland by calling 0300 123 2040. In Scotland, call 101.
Citizens Advice: Report scams here, and they will forward information to Trading Standards.
National Trading Standards eCrime Team (NTSeT): Monitors and investigates scams and offers tips for prevention.
National Cyber Security Centre (NCSC): Provides guidance on cybersecurity. Report cyber-related incidents.
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA): Report scams involving financial services or investments to the FCA.
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