Reiko Akutagawa, Special Crime Prevention Supporter, Conducts Public Awareness at Hokkaido Police's "Dōmin no Tsudoi"
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The Hokkaido Police held a special fraud prevention event called "Dōmin no Tsudoi," with Reiko Akutagawa, Special Crime Prevention Supporter for the National Police Agency, as a special guest. Ms. Akutagawa shared her personal experience with fraud, explained scam tactics and prevention measures, and urged attendees to block international calls and use recommended apps.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What experience did Reiko Akutagawa share?
A: Ms. Akutagawa shared her experience of falling victim to a "fake police scam," explaining how scammers use sophisticated methods to mentally corner victims and impersonate police officers while knowing non-public family details or using unusual phone numbers.
Q: What are specific countermeasures against scam calls?
A: Specific countermeasures include applying to block international calls and using scam prevention apps recommended by the National Police Agency. These measures can block incoming international calls on landlines and scam-related numbers on mobile phones, and are free and easy to implement.
Q: How do real police officers behave?
A: Real police officers never suggest video calls or directly discuss money. If such requests are made, it should be suspected as a scam.
Q: Where was this event held?
A: This event was organized by the Hokkaido Police and held at Kyosai Hall.
Q: What is the "Stop! Ole-Ole Scam 47" project?
A: The "Stop! Ole-Ole Scam 47" (SOS47) project, launched in 2018, collaborates with police departments in all 47 prefectures to conduct countermeasures and awareness activities aimed at preventing special fraud damages occurring nationwide.