Scammers target PM Lee in fake e-mail scam

Scammers have been sending out fake e-mails purportedly from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong. Read more at straitstimes.com.

SINGAPORE - Scammers have been sending out fake e-mails purportedly from Prime Minister Lee Hsien Loong, as they continue to target personalities, including government leaders, in pushing various scams.

"The content of the e-mail varies - the example here thanks the recipient for their contributions to Singapore. "We all need to stay vigilant and extra careful. If in doubt, do check first before you proceed," PM Lee said. These articles, which are usually paid advertisements, act as"clickbait", as they direct users to different websites once they click on links within these articles.

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