Government officials will NEVER ask you to transfer money or disclose bank log-in details over a phone call.
Call the 24/7 ScamShield Helpline at 1799 if you are unsure if something is a scam. For more information on how to protect yourself against scams, please visit the ScamShield website.
In response to media queries on a Singaporean injured during the attack in Nice, France, the MFA Spokesman said:
“We are aware of a non-registered Singaporean, who has suffered injuries during the attack in Nice. His injuries are not life-threatening. We are in close contact with his family. The Singapore Embassy in Paris has dispatched an officer to Nice to provide consular assistance to the Singaporean and his family. MFA is also aware of and helping an SUTD student who has been injured.”
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MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS
SINGAPORE
15 JULY 2016