On March 23, police in Irkutsk will hold consultations for citizens on how to protect themselves from fraudsters. They will discuss methods to recognize scammers and common schemes. Last year, over 1,500 Irkutsk residents fell victim to fraud, so it is important to be informed and cautious. Don't miss the chance to learn how to safeguard your savings!
23 March, in every office of the Pension Fund in Irkutsk, police officers will consult residents on how to protect themselves from fraudsters.Police employees will explain how to recognize scammers and avoid falling for their "bait".
The Pension Fund branches in Irkutsk are located at: 88 Dekombristov Street; 35a Yamskaya Street; 3 Sergeeva Street; 184 Rosa Luxemburg Street.
According to the press service of the Main Directorate of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Russia for the Irkutsk region, last year more than 1,500 citizens fell victim to fraudsters. Since the beginning of 2016, 49 criminal cases have been initiated regarding bank fraud.
Another 86 criminal cases have been opened in connection with the buying or selling of goods online. 26 criminal cases have been initiated based on statements from citizens who transferred their savings to free relatives from responsibility, who allegedly became involved in an accident.