Beware of scammers who pretend to be bank employees

Don't give out any of your personal information on the phone.

August 29, 2025

Shamona Buthuram 1 minute read

Ladysmith SAPS are warning members of the public about a scam doing the rounds in the Ladysmith area at the moment. The con-artists call potential victims, pretending to be bank employees.

They say they are rectifying issues on the person’s banking app and request certain personal details, including Personal Identification Numbers (PIN) and passwords.

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Detectives are investigating several cases of fraud in this regard, and urge the public to hang up immediately if they receive a phone call of this nature. Do not share any personal details with anyone, especially your PIN, passwords and OTP numbers.

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August 29, 2025

Shamona Buthuram 1 minute read

Shamona Buthuram

Shamona Buthuram, a journalist at the Ladysmith Gazette, is a multifaceted talent with a passion for fashion and make up. As a former Miss Bollywood winner and qualified makeup artist, she brings a unique perspective to her writing. When not working, Shamona loves dancing, watching Friends and Bollywood movies, and binge-watching Netflix. Her motto, "Love all, serve all.