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Today, a phone deception [refund money] was reported in the Gyotoku Police Station area.
A criminal claiming to be from the city office or a bank told the victim,
"There is a refund."
"00 Bank is calling you."
The victim received a phone call such as, "I have a refund," and as a result, transferred cash at an ATM.
This type of call is one of telephone deception in which the caller pretends to be a city hall or bank employee and leads you to an unattended ATM, where he or she verbally asks you to transfer the money.
"Suspect a scam first," and "I'll check with my family." and so on.

Banks ・ ATMs cannot process medical expense refunds ！

Any mention of "money" and "cards" over the phone is a scam ！

If you receive such a call, hang up the phone and always consult the police or family. or a family member.
Also, the best way to prevent damage is not to answer calls from criminals.
Use answering machine settings and call recording to prevent phone deception.

Gyotoku Police Station, Community Safety Division
047-397-0110