Scams

ACCC warning of suspicious messages as ‘Hi Mum’ scams spike

Scamwatch is urging the public to be wary of phone messages from a family member of friend claiming they need help, following a significant rise in ‘Hi Mum’ scams in recent months.

More than 1,150 Australians fell victim to the so – called ‘Hi Mum’ scam in the first seven months of this year, with total reported losses of $2.6 million. The vast majority of these scams were reported in June and July 2022.

Known as ‘Hi Mum’ or ‘family impersonation’ scams, victims are contacted most often through WhatsApp – by a scammer posing as a family member or friend.

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Updated August 2022

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