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Scam Score: 97/100
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Criminals call posing as Santander fraud prevention staff and extract personal details that are then used to take over accounts or steal identity.
The Scam Message
Caller: 'Hello, this is Santander's fraud prevention team. We've noticed a large transaction on your account. For your security, we need to verify your full name, date of birth, and account number.'
Personal Data Request
Banks never ask for full personal details including date of birth and account number over an incoming call.
Fraud Team Impersonation
Posing as a bank's fraud team creates trust and catches victims off guard.
Spoofed Caller ID
Scammers display the genuine Santander contact number through call spoofing technology.