Police have warned elderly Logan residents to beware of bank scams after several south-east Queenslanders fall victim to a “heartless scam”.
Police say the scam consists of people claiming to be from banks calling victims and advising them to withdraw money for a bank representative who will collect the cash from their home.
“The victims are told its to safeguard them, and the bank representative will deposit the cash in a safe account while internal investigations identify their own employee who is stealing,” a police statement read.
One case in June this year has seen a victim call police saying their bank had instructed them to withdraw $10,000 cash.
Police arrested a 43-year-old Ngunnawal (ACT) man at the victim’s house later that afternoon.
He was charged with three counts of money laundering and one count possess tainted property.
Police have said to “be wary of any bank investment asking to pay funds or deposit cash” and to contact the bank directly using a known phone number on their website to verify legitimacy.
“If you are cold called or emailed, never provide personal, bank account or credit card details and do not open links,” the police said.
“If you feel you have been compromised, contact your bank and credit card provider immediately.”
