Saudi Banks Warn Of New Financial Fraud Using Fake News Websites

Riyadh — The Saudi Banks Media and Awareness Committee warned about new financial fraud through fake news websites.

The Saudi Bank’s warning stated that the scammers impersonate a newspaper’s official identity and logo or create a fake newspaper website.

These websites promote news of lawyers specializing in financial crimes and recovering victims’ money.

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The committee warned these fake news websites always publish a form to get victims’ information. The sites inform victims a specialized lawyer will contact them to discuss the return of their money.

People must check before clicking a newspaper website and should get the official link from the websites’ platforms.

People must not share their personal information on these websites.