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Member for Swan Hill Peter Walsh is reminding residents of the danger of being caught in scams that can clean out their bank accounts.
“My office has had a number of reports recently of residents receiving phone calls telling them about over charging of bank fees,” Mr Walsh said.
“They are then asked to give their banking details to this person on the phone so that a refund in the fees can be paid into their account.
“This is a scam!
“I urge anyone who gets such a phone call to immediately hang up. Do not give your details out.
“There are all sorts of unscrupulous people out there who will say anything to get at your money. Be very wary of any offer that sounds too good to be true, because that is probably exactly what it is – too good to be true.
“I have reported this latest scam to the ACCC’s ScamWatch Infocentre, however, anyone else receiving such a scam can also report it by phoning the Infocentre on 1300 795 995.
“The Infocentre is staffed between 8.30 am and 6.00 pm, Monday to Friday or you can visit www.scamwatch.gov.au,” Mr Walsh said.