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Have You or Someone You Know Experienced Human Trafficking or Scams Abroad?

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Post time 12-9-2023 11:42:55 | Show all posts |Read mode
"Human trafficking for forced labor or scams is indeed a concerning topic. While I haven't personally experienced such events, I've heard about some people in my social circle who have, and it has made me more vigilant in times of crisis.

A friend of mine recently fell victim to a telephone scam. She received a call from someone claiming to be from a government agency, alleging her involvement in a criminal case and requesting personal information to assist in the investigation. Initially, she felt very nervous, especially because they claimed her bank account was under threat. However, she sensed something was amiss during the call, including the use of threatening and intimidating language. She decided not to provide any personal information and promptly hung up. Afterward, she reported the attempted scam and felt fortunate not to have been deceived.

Another friend of mine encountered a fraudulent sales website while shopping online. She purchased a high-value item but never received it after waiting for several weeks. Attempts to contact the seller yielded no response. She was very frustrated and later discovered that the website was a scam, with many people falling victim to it. She learned a lesson and became more cautious when shopping online.

These experiences teach us to remain vigilant and not easily disclose personal information, especially over the phone or online. Fraudsters often use various tactics to deceive people, so understanding how to identify fraudulent behavior is crucial. By sharing these experiences and knowledge, we can better protect ourselves and those around us, making it difficult for fraudsters to find opportunities. Whether it's human trafficking for forced labor or other types of scams, it should always raise our awareness, and preventive measures should be taken."
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Post time 12-9-2023 22:16:57 | Show all posts
There are too many scams nowadays, so as long as you don't fall for cheap offers, you should be fine.
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Post time 12-9-2023 22:24:41 | Show all posts
I really don't have this around me, and if there were, it would be too scary.
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Post time 12-9-2023 22:30:22 | Show all posts
I haven't encountered such a thing around me, and I hope it won't happen. Don't be too greedy or try to take advantage of small gains, and you won't be easily deceived.
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Post time 13-9-2023 07:39:04 | Show all posts
I haven't witnessed any scam incidents around me; there aren't that many people being fooled.
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Post time 13-9-2023 09:12:24 | Show all posts
Usually, people just hang up the phone directly.
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Post time 13-9-2023 12:07:28 | Show all posts
If I encounter a scam, I might turn the tables on them.
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