BEWARE: New online scam emerges on social media
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In the digital age, scams are becoming increasingly sophisticated and harder to spot.
One such scam that has recently emerged is targeting travellers, pretending to be associated with Sydney's Kingsford Smith Airport.
This scam is circulating on social media platforms, particularly Facebook, and attempting to sell suitcases that were allegedly lost and left unclaimed at the airport for over six months.
'Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sale lost luggage that has been in store for more than 6 months,' the scam post reads.
'According to the regulations it has to be disposed, but we have decided to sell it for just $3 each.'
The post then prompts users to click an 'order' button and fill out their personal details.
The scam is made more convincing with an accompanying image showing bags lined up at the airport, with a sign that reads 'Lost Luggage $3'.
To appear legitimate, the comments section of the scam post is also filled with fake accounts claiming they have placed orders and received suitcases filled with expensive clothes, electronics, and luxury items.
The scam attempts to link back to Sydney Airport, either having 'Sydney' or 'Kingsford Smith' in the title.
You can see a sample scam post below:
Source: Facebook/Luggage Department.
One such fake customer wrote, 'I’m not sure how it works, but all shoes are my size, other clothes a little bigger, but I don’t mind.'
'It's so great that instead of disposing of all this thing, they give it to the people at such a low price,' another fake customer added.
An airport spokesperson confirmed this is a scam and reported it to Facebook.
'We would urge everyone to stay vigilant to social media scams and only trust information from Sydney Airport’s official verified accounts,' the spokesperson reiterated.
While it's true that Sydney Airport does hold lost property auctions for unclaimed luggage, the proceeds from these auctions are donated to charity.
It is understood that the airport does not sell unclaimed luggage for $3 on social media platforms.
Remember, if something seems too good to be true, it probably is. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from online scams.
Have you encountered any online scams recently? Share your experiences in the comments below to help raise awareness and protect others.
One such scam that has recently emerged is targeting travellers, pretending to be associated with Sydney's Kingsford Smith Airport.
This scam is circulating on social media platforms, particularly Facebook, and attempting to sell suitcases that were allegedly lost and left unclaimed at the airport for over six months.
'Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport sale lost luggage that has been in store for more than 6 months,' the scam post reads.
'According to the regulations it has to be disposed, but we have decided to sell it for just $3 each.'
A new online scam sells lost luggage for $3. Image source: Facebook.
The post then prompts users to click an 'order' button and fill out their personal details.
The scam is made more convincing with an accompanying image showing bags lined up at the airport, with a sign that reads 'Lost Luggage $3'.
To appear legitimate, the comments section of the scam post is also filled with fake accounts claiming they have placed orders and received suitcases filled with expensive clothes, electronics, and luxury items.
The scam attempts to link back to Sydney Airport, either having 'Sydney' or 'Kingsford Smith' in the title.
You can see a sample scam post below:
Source: Facebook/Luggage Department.
One such fake customer wrote, 'I’m not sure how it works, but all shoes are my size, other clothes a little bigger, but I don’t mind.'
'It's so great that instead of disposing of all this thing, they give it to the people at such a low price,' another fake customer added.
An airport spokesperson confirmed this is a scam and reported it to Facebook.
'We would urge everyone to stay vigilant to social media scams and only trust information from Sydney Airport’s official verified accounts,' the spokesperson reiterated.
While it's true that Sydney Airport does hold lost property auctions for unclaimed luggage, the proceeds from these auctions are donated to charity.
It is understood that the airport does not sell unclaimed luggage for $3 on social media platforms.
Have you encountered any online scams recently? Share your experiences in the comments below to help raise awareness and protect others.
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