Criminals are passed as recruiters publish fraudulent vacancies in social networks to obtain the contact of their victims and thus demand payments for mandatory courses.
A recent fraud modality has emerged around the Megapuerto de Chancay, mainly aimed at young people in search of employment. The scammers take advantage of the boom and relevance of this port project to promote false job offers, demanding payments to applicants for non -existent training.
This scam has generated alarm in the community and in the authorities, since criminals use the name of the megapuerto and its managers to give credibility to their deception. Therefore, it is crucial that applicants know the details of this fraud to avoid falling into the trap.
Method used by scammers
Criminals publish fraudulent ads on social networks, especially on Facebook, offering alleged vacancies in the Chancay Megapuerto. Those interested send their curriculum and quickly receive a call from a false recruiter, who praises his profile and quotes them for an interview at the port facilities.
Before attending, the applicant receives another communication from an assumption of training, informing him that he must carry out a mandatory security course to access the position, which has a cost of S/350. Once the payment is made, they are required another additional course for S/800, extending the fraud and causing economic losses for the victim.
Supplant of real identities
A worrying aspect of this modality is the improper use of names of real employees of the megapuerto. Scammers obtain public information from the company and go through officials to give greater credibility to fraud. This type of impersonation makes it difficult for victims to detect deception, since communications seem to come from official sources.
Conversation between false employers and victim. Photo: Latina
Tips to avoid being a victim
To prevent falling into this scam, it is recommended:
- Verify the authenticity of employment offers: Check through the official channels of the Megapuerto the existence of the announced vacancies.
- Do not make payments in advance: the selection processes of formal companies do not require prior payments for training or certifications.
- Contact the company directly: in the case of any questions, communicate with the Megapuerto Human Resources Department to confirm the information received.
Source: Larepublica
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