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Fraudsters on the Loose, Attempting to Deceive Kazakh Citizens as Anti-Corruption Officials
Our correspondent has reported on a new deception scheme that has targets believing they're speaking with leaders from the Anti-Corruption Agency. Recently, Daniar Bigaydarov, the official representative of the agency, has warned citizens about the emerging scam.
In one instance, a fraudster posed as the head of the anti-corruption police, Askhat Zhumagali (though no such official is publicly documented). Pretending to offer assistance with resolving personal issues, this impostor made contact with a school director in Zhambyl region.
While the identity of Askhat Zhumagali has been determined, it's essential to understand that fraudsters often create fake accounts on platforms such as WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, and Facebook, and make phone calls to deceive citizens.
Daniar Bigaydarov recently addressed the matter during an Antikor briefing, urging citizens to be cautious of fraudulent calls and not to trust them. He also advised against clicking on suspicious links, transferring money, or engaging in any communication with such fake representatives.
On a related note, Daniar Bigaydarov also shared updates on the case of the former leadership of "Bank Astana," who was sentenced to 10 years in absentia. Additionally, our coverage from today includes the arrest of a foreign suspect believed to be involved in fraud at Almaty Airport.
Remember, fraudsters have been known to exploit their victims by impersonating high-ranking officials, such as police or prosecutors. They may use intimidation tactics and forged identification documents to initiate contact and engage in extortion, phishing, or asset seizure schemes. If you suspect you have been contacted by a fraudster, it's crucial to refrain from paying any money or sharing sensitive information. Instead, report the incident immediately to Kazakhstan’s Financial Monitoring Agency (fiu.gov.kz) or local police, and consider seeking legal advice to validate any claims.
Stay informed, citizens! Keep your guard up, and always verify the identity of those who claim to represent governmental agencies.
- The fraudster, disguising himself as a high-ranking officer from the Anti-Corruption Agency, identified as Askhat Zhumagali in this instance, approached a school director in the Zhambyl region under false pretenses.
- As a precaution, citizens are advised not to engage in any communication with such impostors who may create fake accounts on platforms like WhatsApp, Telegram, Instagram, Facebook, or make phone calls.
- Daniar Bigaydarov, the official representative of the Anti-Corruption Agency, addressed this matter during an Antikor briefing, emphasizing the importance of vigilance against fraudulent calls and the danger of falling victim to these schemes.
- Geolocation data and crime-and-justice news websites report a surge in fraud cases, with reminders for citizens to be cautious in regards to political schemes and general news that may lead to potential exploitation by fraudsters.
