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Lottery email scams have become increasingly common in Pakistan, targeting unsuspecting individuals with promises of huge cash prizes and luxury gifts. These fraudulent emails often appear to be from legitimate organizations but are designed to steal personal information and money.
Many Pakistanis have fallen victim to these scams due to lack of awareness about digital security. The scammers typically request advance payments for taxes or processing fees, claiming this is necessary to release the supposed winnings.
It\“s crucial to remember that legitimate lotteries never ask for money upfront. If you receive an unexpected lottery winning notification via email, always verify the sender\“s authenticity and never share personal or financial information.
Local authorities in Pakistan have been working to educate citizens about these scams and encourage reporting suspicious emails to the Federal Investigation Agency\“s Cyber Crime Wing. |
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