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Recovery room
fraud
Have you been the victim of fraud? Go to the police and contact your bank but never accept unsolicited help
What is recovery room fraud?
These schemes prey on individuals already victimized by fraud.
Scammers pose as recovery agents, falsely promising to retrieve lost assets. Victims are approached with assurances of recovering their stolen funds. This contact may be unexpected, or it may follow the victim’s online search for assistance.
Scammers demand initial payments that rapidly escalate with various “charges,” or they offer “recovery” through new, fraudulent investment opportunities.
Tips to recognise / avoid “recovery room” fraud
Unexpected outreach
You receive unprompted contact via phone, message, or email.
Targeting previous victims
Individuals who have already suffered financial loss are singled out, often by the original perpetrators or those who have acquired victim data or posted deceptive offers of help online.
Advance payment requests
You are required to pay before any “recovery” efforts begin.
What is recovery room fraud?
These schemes prey on individuals already victimized by fraud.
Scammers pose as recovery agents, falsely promising to retrieve lost assets. Victims are approached with assurances of recovering their stolen funds. This contact may be unexpected, or it may follow the victim’s online search for assistance.
Scammers demand initial payments that rapidly escalate with various “charges,” or they offer “recovery” through new, fraudulent investment opportunities.
Claims of legal or official involvement
Scammers assert they are working with legal professionals or international agencies, such as Interpol, and require payment for “administrative costs.”
Offshore connections
Scammers frequently claim associations with companies located in foreign countries.