Fraudulent Use Of Aseanapol Name

Fraudulent Use Of Aseanapol Name

The ASEANAPOL Secretariat has been informed of individuals falsely claiming to represent ASEANAPOL through WhatsApp and other messaging platforms.

The public is advised that:

* ASEANAPOL Secretariat does not operate any official WhatsApp account or messaging application to contact members of the public directly.
* ASEANAPOL does not conduct investigations through private messaging platforms.
* ASEANAPOL does not request or accept payments, fees, or financial transfers from individuals.
Any communication claiming otherwise should be treated with caution.

Members of the public are strongly encouraged to:

* Refrain from responding to suspicious messages.
* Avoid transferring money or sharing personal or financial information.
* Verify any such communication directly with their respective National Police Authority (ASEAN Member Country).
* Report suspicious activities to their local police or cybercrime unit.

ASEANAPOL remains committed to safeguarding the public and strengthening cooperation among its Member Countries in combating transnational crime.

ASEANAPOL Secretariat
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia