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Think you've been scammed? Follow these important steps immediately to prevent further losses.

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Saw something suspicious? Find out how to check on the ScamShield App or call the ScamShield Helpline.

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Want to know how scams works? Get updated with the latest scam trends and stay one step ahead.

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$242.9M

lost to scammers through Government Official Impersonation Scams

$336.2M

lost to scammers through Investment Scams

$123.5M

lost to scammers through Jobs Scams

$39.9M

lost to scammers through Phishing Scams

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Scam trend: Scammers are impersonating delivery companies

Beware of scammers sending text messages pretending to be companies like Ninja Van and SingPost. They trick you into clicking phishing links to fake sites that ask for your personal details.

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Monthly Scams Bulletin

Get updates of the latest scams trends and scam statistics in Singapore. Learn to spot red flags and protect yourself and your loved ones.

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Scams Bulletin

ACT against scams

Understand different types of scams and how to stay safe with The Straits Times, in partnership with the Singapore Police Force.

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Anti-scam efforts

Mid-Year Scams and Cybercrime Brief 2026

Mid-Year Scams and Cybercrime Brief 2026

In the first half of 2026, the total number of scam cases fell by 14.4% to 16,281 and the total amount lost fell by 17.9% to about S$410.6 million

E-Commerce Scams Situation Report (ESSR)

E-Commerce Scams Situation Report (ESSR)

The ESSR provides a comprehensive view of e-commerce scam risks to better support informed decision-making by members of the public. The ESSR also provides an overview of the e-commerce scam situation and ranks the top 10 platforms according to reported e-commerce scam losses and cases. This enables members of the public to better assess potential risks and exercise greater caution when transacting on higher-risk platforms.

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Learn about scams, the entertaining way: Scamvengers

A 31-episode Mandarin micro drama that blends suspense with scam awareness. Starring local influencers, aimed to expose a scam syndicate’s dark secrets.

Scam Mules

MHA introduces caning for scammers & money mules in Singapore

The Singapore Parliament passed new laws on 4 Nov that will see scammers subjected to mandatory caning. Under the Criminal Law (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, scammers will get between 6 to 24 strokes of the cane depending on the severity of their offences.