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Scammers Target Solomon Islands in Fake Lottery Scam, Warns Central Bank

A Sophisticated Online Scam Emerges

A recent online scam has been detected in the Solomon Islands, with scammers claiming that victims have won large sums of money from the Central Bank. The fake lottery scheme is a sophisticated attempt to trick unsuspecting individuals into revealing confidential information.

How the Scam Works

  • Victims are targeted through emails and calls, with scammers posing as representatives of the Central Bank.
  • They claim that the victim has been chosen to win 300,000 US dollars.
  • The scammers then use fake online platforms, complete with images of the Central Bank’s logo, to lure victims into believing they have won a prize.

Warning from the Central Bank

The Central Bank has issued a warning to all stakeholders, organizations, and individuals in the Solomon Islands to be cautious of this scam. “We do not and will not participate in such activity,” said a spokesperson for the bank. “We urge the public to stay out of this scam and avoid losing their hard-earned money.”

How to Avoid Falling Victim

To avoid falling victim to this scam, residents are advised to:

  • Carefully check online links and verify the authenticity of emails and calls.
  • Be wary of messages that do not meet a high official standard (e.g. unofficial language and poor grammar).
  • Remember that if an offer or message sounds too good to be true, it probably is.

Reporting Suspicious Activity

Anyone who has received such an email or call is advised to report it to the Central Bank immediately. For more information on how to protect yourself from financial fraud, contact the Central Bank of Solomon Islands at: