Victims in Singapore have lost at least S$2.9 million so far in February to an elaborate scam in which fraudsters impersonate government officials to trick targets into handing over valuables or cash, police said in an advisory.
Singapore Police warn public amid rising impersonation scams
Scammers contact individuals claiming to be from banks, financial regulators or government bodies and use fake documents to pressure victims into surrendering valuables like gold bars, jewellery or watches — tactics police say are part of a concerning trend.
Authorities emphasised that genuine officials will never ask for valuables or banking information over the phone, and urged residents to verify calls through official hotspots like the 24/7 ScamShield Helpline.
