By Janine J. Dumaguin
The Philippine Postal Corporation (PHLPost) warned again the public to be aware of scammers, posing as representatives of the agency.
In a statement, PHLPost said imposters are allegedly using fake accounts in social media, emails, text messages, or phone calls to purposely deceive the public that they have a parcel to claim at the office.
“The public is warned not to fall victim to scammers posing as Post Office employees. They are not authorized to transact or solicit information from the public,” PHLPost said.
To make the transaction appear legitimate, according to PHLPost, fake tracking numbers for packages and other documents are also sent to the victims.
The scammers also demand that they pay via online banks and money transfers.
PHLPost said tracking numbers and documents can only be validated via the PHLPost Tracking System found on its official website.
It added that tracking numbers should be nine-digit, with the last two letters being PH.
The PHLPost also urged the public to exercise caution when interacting with those requesting money or sending out dubious information. – gb
