February 2025
Monthly Scam Counter
Stay informed with monthly updates on the latest scam statistics in Singapore. Learn to spot red flags and protect yourself and your loved ones.
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Impersonation Scam That Almost Cost My Mum Her Life Savings
As scams become slick enough to fool even younger Singaporeans and the vulnerable, it is crucial to offer support, education, and understanding — not blame.
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Call and check with the ScamShield Helpline: 1799
Available 24/7, Monday to Sunday
Unsure if it's a scam?
Call and check with the ScamShield Helpline: 1799
Available 24/7, Monday to Sunday
Unsure if it's a scam?
Call and check with the ScamShield Helpline: 1799
Available 24/7, Monday to Sunday
did you know?
Government Officials will never ask you to transfer money
S$151.3 million lost to Government Official Impersonation Scams in 2024. Protect yourself: Learn the dos & don'ts of government officials now!
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Scam Threats
Singapore lost at least S$1.1 billion to scams in 2024 across 51,501 cases
Anti-Scam efforts
Highlights
Annual Scams and Cybercrime Brief 2024
25 February 2025
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) released these latest figures in their annual scams and cybercrime brief on 25 Feb 2025.
Singapore Parliament passes Bill to control bank accounts of scam victims
07 January 2025
The new law will give the Singapore Police Force (SPF) powers to issue restriction orders (ROs) to banks, which will then restrict the banking transactions of an individual’s accounts.
CPF Withdrawal Limit Reduced
22 August 2024
Online CPF withdrawal limit reduced from S$200,000 to S$50,000 per day to reduce scam losses.
Mid Year Scams and Cybercrime Brief 2024
22 August 2024
The Singapore Police Force (SPF) released these latest figures in their mid-year scams and cybercrime brief on 22 Aug 2024.
