Gwangyang Police Award Certificate of Appreciation to Financial Institution Employee Who Prevented Voice Phishing

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Chunsu] On the 24th, the Gwangyang Police Station in Jeonnam announced that it presented a letter of appreciation to bank employee A for preventing voice phishing damage through prompt action.

On August 18, A became suspicious when an elderly victim (77) visiting the bank attempted to withdraw 20 million won in cash and transfer it to another account. A delayed the process and quickly reported to 112, thereby preventing the damage.

Police investigation confirmed that the victim was deceived by a claim of offering a loan at a very low interest rate on an existing loan and tried to withdraw 20 million won to hand over to the voice phishing criminals.

Chief Jang Jinyoung said, "Despite continuous publicity, telephone financial fraud continues," and added, "I thank the financial institution workers for their meticulous attention and prompt 112 reporting during busy work hours, which protected the victim's valuable property."

He continued, "We ask for continued interest and active reporting in the future."

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