KUALA LUMPUR, April 15 – Pos Malaysia Berhad, in collaboration with the Perak Commercial Crime Investigation Department of the Royal Malaysia Police (PDRM), has initiated the Commercial Crime Prevention Programme – Phone Scam, addressing the escalating threat of scam-related crimes. Launched at the Perak Police Headquarters, the programme aims to confront fraudulent activities directly. Zaini Yahman, Director of Operations at Pos Malaysia, emphasized the significance of joint efforts in combating scams, stressing the importance of educating the public and strengthening preventive measures.
Various measures, including anti-scam awareness sessions and the dissemination of educational materials, are underway to equip frontline staff and customers with the necessary knowledge to safeguard themselves against scams. CP Dato’ Sri Mohd Yusri bin Haji Hassan Basri, Chief of Perak Police, shed light on the severity of the phone scam epidemic, citing alarming statistics of online scam cases and substantial financial losses in Perak. Underlining the urgency of the partnership with Pos Malaysia, there’s a focus on public outreach and continuous advocacy to effectively combat cybercrime.
The programme includes distributing anti-scam flyers, utilizing social media platforms, and leveraging various communication channels to raise awareness among Perak communities. With aspirations of nationwide expansion, Pos Malaysia and Perak PDRM reaffirm their shared commitment to protecting Malaysians from scam activities, urging the public to stay vigilant and informed about the latest scam tactics. Through collective action and heightened awareness, the campaign aims to empower individuals to effectively shield themselves against scams.
