MOM says WhatsApp message on ‘CPF Top up Scheme offer’ is a scam

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MOM advised members of the public to remain vigilant against such scams.

The Ministry of Manpower advised members of the public to remain vigilant against such scams.

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SINGAPORE – A WhatsApp message titled “CPF Top up Scheme (CPFS) offer” is a scam, said the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) on Sunday.

The fraudulent WhatsApp message claims that those who submit their personal information via the link provided within the text will receive additional Central Provident Fund contributions.

In a Facebook post, MOM advised members of the public to remain vigilant against such scams, and urged recipients of such scam messages not to share them with others.

Those who have been affected by the scam message are advised to

lodge a police report

immediately.

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