Bahrain cracks down on economic fraud by Asians

TDT | Manama     

The Daily Tribune – www.newsofbahrain.com

The Interior Ministry in Bahrain has successfully apprehended multiple individuals of Asian descent involved in fraudulent economic activities.

These scams primarily targeted unsuspecting individuals by contacting them, seizing their bank accounts, and transferring funds outside the Kingdom.

Upon receiving numerous reports regarding these fraudulent activities, law enforcement swiftly initiated search, investigation, and evidence-gathering operations.

As a result, the perpetrators were identified, apprehended, and subjected to legal proceedings, with the case subsequently referred to the Public Prosecution.

The General Administration of Anti-Corruption and Economic and Electronic Security urges both citizens and residents to refrain from responding to such fraudulent calls.

It's important to note that banks will never request personal or banking information over the phone or other means.

Individuals are advised to immediately contact their respective banks to halt account activities and file a report with the Economic Crimes Department if encounter fraud or deception.

Reports can be lodged via the hotline 992, ensuring prompt action is taken to address the issue.