According to the police, when receiving a strange phone call, people should stay calm and not rush into making decisions or providing information. People should pay special attention to the following issues:

Do not provide personal information to avoid sharing information such as phone numbers, addresses, bank account numbers or passwords.

If the call seems serious, verify the identity, ask the person to provide information such as full name, work position, landline phone number of the unit...

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People should stay calm when receiving strange calls. Illustrative photo

Ask specific questions to verify the caller's authenticity.

If it's a social media friend request, check their profile. Be cautious if the profile has little information or looks fake.

If the call or message contains a link, don't click on it.

Do not install any application from an untrusted source as it can take control of your phone, which can lead to theft of information, data on the device, and even money in your bank account.

If you feel unsure, ask a friend or family member. If you feel like it's a scam, report it to the authorities or the platform where you received the call.

If you feel uncomfortable, don't hesitate to disconnect the call or decline the friend request.