R99 debit order victims sought by KZN detectives

KwaZulu-Natal detectives are requesting members of the community to immediately report unauthorised R99 debit order transactions from their bank accounts, reports Rising Sun Overport.

In an official media statement, provincial police spokesperson Cpt Nqobile Gwala said: “There have been a number media reports regarding complaints of unauthorised debit orders, however, these affected individuals have not laid charges with police. We urge victims to report these incidents to the police so that we can ensure that the perpetrators are brought to book.”

Provincial police are warning residents to take care of their banking details by not responding to any texts and emails that require identification details and bank pin codes.

ALSO READ: Customers reversing debit orders complicates fight on R99 debit order scam

“Anyone, who is a victim of similar crimes, is urged to contact their local police or Crime Stop on 08600 10111,” added Cpt Gwala.

Rising Sun Overport and police have provided some helpful safety tips to keep in mind:

• Never respond to emails or cellphone messages appearing to be from your bank which request your personal details. Remember that no bank will ever ask you to confirm or update your account details by email.
• Never provide your online ID, password or pin to anyone, and never write them down or share them. Do not save your internet banking password on your desktop. Do not leave your computer unattended after you have entered your internet banking password.
• Always log off or sign off at the end of a session. Avoid doing internet banking in public areas such as internet cafés, or on any computer that can be accessed by people you do not know.
• Change your pin and passwords frequently. Put sensible transaction limits on your accounts. Only provide your credit card details to reputable companies.
• If it looks too good to be true, it usually is. Never send money or give credit card or online account details to anyone you do not know and trust.

For more news your way, download The Citizen’s app for iOS and Android.