Police warn of AI scam using fake video calls in Lamphun

[snoop1130]

 

Police in Lamphun issued a public warning about con artists using artificial intelligence (AI) to create convincing video calls impersonating police officers. A recent incident involved scammers using the image of a female officer, Ploy, to deceive the public.

 

The police reported that fraudsters took a still image of Ploy, who manages a social media page called Accountant Aspires to be a Police Officer, and manipulated it using AI technology. This technology enabled them to make her mouth move in sync with their voice, creating a realistic but fake video call. The con artists then posed as officers from Lamphun City Police Station during these calls, misleading unsuspecting victims.

 

Ploy emphasised that the deceptive calls have caused significant confusion, making some people mistakenly believe she was part of the scam.

 

“This is not the first time such an incident has occurred.”

 

The police department emphasised that they do not use the Line application for official communication. They urged the public to be cautious and not to fall for such scams, clarifying that any official contact would be made through formal channels, such as government-issued letters or summons.

 

 

The warning highlighted the increasing sophistication of scammers who now leverage advanced technology to trick people. The police explained that the fraudsters use AI to synchronise the movements of the person’s face with pre-recorded audio, making the video seem genuine. This tactic can easily deceive individuals who are unaware of such technological manipulations.

 

“We urge the public not to trust unsolicited video calls claiming to be from government officials.”

 

Police advised citizens to verify the identity of the caller through official means before engaging in any conversation, especially if it involves sensitive information or financial transactions.

 

In light of these events, the police have ramped up their efforts to educate the public about the dangers of AI-based scams. They have provided guidelines on how to identify and report suspicious activities. Citizens are encouraged to contact the police directly if they receive any dubious communications, reported KhaoSod.

 

By Puntid Tantivangphaisal

Photo courtesy of KhaoSod

 

Source: The Thaiger 2024-07-04

 

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[Tropicalevo]

50 minutes ago, snoop1130 said:

who now leverage advanced technology to trick people.

I am so happy to be safe.

No apps and no wifi on my phone

[Gottfrid]

Everything is quite easy. Give information to the people, as well as people must stop be so gullible.

We are living in a dangerous world were scammers are using the latest technique.

The best answer will always be, I will go my local police station and ask them to verify this.

[johng]

10 minutes ago, Gottfrid said:

The best answer will always be, I will go my local police station and ask them to verify this.

 Yes yes and yes... 

I kind of feel sorry for the phone zombies  but  come on use just a small amount of common sense  and put the bloody phone down before transferring your life savings !!!!

[Gottfrid]

2 hours ago, johng said:

 Yes yes and yes... 

I kind of feel sorry for the phone zombies  but  come on use just a small amount of common sense  and put the bloody phone down before transferring your life savings !!!!

Yeah, it is that easy. 

[hotchilli]

12 hours ago, Gottfrid said:

The best answer will always be, I will go my local police station and ask them to verify this.

Exactly.... don't believe anyone on the phone.

[UKJASE]

very scary what they can do now with technology - no wonder they manage to fool so many people

 

and then they put some of that money back in to inventing more advanced schemes

 

something needs to be done to stop it, and soon

[The Theory]

16 hours ago, Tropicalevo said:

I am so happy to be safe.

No apps and no wifi on my phone

Not answering my phone either, never.