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In an era where online job offers are increasingly difficult to verify, young people remain among the most targeted demographic by scam syndicates. Nanyang Asia College is committed to equipping our students with the knowledge to identify, refuse, and report such threats — which is why we are proud to have hosted officers from the Singapore Police Force for this important engagement.
What Students Learned
The briefing covered the most common ways scam syndicates recruit unsuspecting individuals — often disguised as legitimate part-time jobs, side hustles, or favours for friends. SPF officers walked students through real-world case studies and explained the legal consequences of participation, even when individuals claim they were unaware of wrongdoing.
Common Roles Used by Scam Syndicates 常见的诈骗招募方式
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Money Mules
钱骡
Allowing your personal bank account to be used to receive and transfer illegally obtained funds on behalf of scammers.
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SIM Card Runners
SIM卡转售
Purchasing SIM cards under your own name and passing them to scam operators, who use them to contact victims anonymously.
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Scam Call Operators
诈骗电话操作员
Making fraudulent calls on behalf of scam syndicates, often posing as government officials, bank officers, or couriers.
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Fake Job Recruiters
虚假招聘人员
Luring other victims into scam operations by advertising non-existent jobs, often targeting students and fresh graduates.
Important: Under Singapore law, participating in any of the above activities is a criminal offence — even if you claim you did not know the money or instructions were linked to scams. “I didn’t know” is not a valid legal defence. Offenders may face fines, imprisonment, or a permanent criminal record.
How to Protect Yourself 如何保护自己
SPF officers emphasised that scammers are sophisticated and constantly evolving their methods. The best form of protection is awareness. Students were reminded to apply critical thinking to any offer that seems unusually lucrative or requires them to use their personal accounts or identity.
Warning Signs to Watch Out For
- Job offers that promise high pay for minimal effort
- Requests to receive money into your personal bank account
- Being asked to buy SIM cards or open new bank accounts for someone else
- Instructions to keep your “work” secret from family or friends
- Recruiters who are evasive about the company name or job scope
- Offers that arrive via WhatsApp, Telegram, or Instagram DMs from strangers
A Message to Our Students
English
Your future is valuable. One wrong decision — even made out of ignorance or financial pressure — can have lifelong consequences. If you receive a suspicious job offer or are unsure whether something is legitimate, please speak to a trusted adult, contact SPF, or reach out to our Student Affairs team immediately.
中文
你的未来弥足珍贵。一个错误的决定——哪怕出于无知或经济压力——也可能带来终身的后果。如果你收到可疑的工作邀请，或对某事的合法性感到不确定，请立即向信任的长辈、新加坡警察部队或我们的学生事务处寻求帮助。
Nanyang Asia College would like to extend our sincere gratitude to the Singapore Police Force for taking the time to educate our students. Initiatives like this reflect our shared commitment to building a safer, more informed community.
We encourage all students to download the ScamShield app and share what they have learned with their families and peers. Together, we can make it harder for scam syndicates to find their next victim.
Published by the Student Admin Management , Nanyang Asia College.
