IDENTITY THEFT

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Identity theft has become a major problem in South Africa. It is not just foreigners committing this crime in our country but also our own people with the help of inside information. Every day over 25 complaints are reported to the SAPS and the South African Fraud Prevention Service, one of the major problems is fraud with bank details because of the easy access to I.D documents.

· Fraudsters are opening various accounts with people’s bank details and go on spending sprees.

· Foreigners engage in false marriages to gain citizenship.

· They use South Africans I.D documents or passports to import and export illegal substances.

All these problems lead to                                    

· South Africans losing their jobs

· Bad credit records(Debt leading to repossession)

· Criminal records which they not aware of(Going to jail)

· People not being able to get married due to being married to someone they not unknown to.

· Xenophobic attacks by fellow South Africans

· South Africa losing millions due to major credit bureau.

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The South African Fraud Prevention Service was created to help South Africans fight against all these crimes and bring fraudsters to justice. The SAFPS helps to raise awareness about identity theft and fraud. So be aware and always remember to; http://www.safps.org.za/

·  Always keep your ID, passport and drivers license in a safe place.

·  Be wary of disclosing personal information. First find out how it will be used and if the information will be kept confidential.

·  When you are requested to fill in personal details on documents, ensure that the company you are dealing with is legitimate. Verify if the representative posing on behalf of the company does indeed work at the company in question.

·  Keep a record of your accounts and follow up if they do not arrive on time.

·  If you move to a new place of residence, change your address on your accounts without delay.

·  Do not use predictable passwords such as your date of birth or telephone number on your accounts.

·  Carry only the amount of information that you will actually need in your handbag.

·  Do not give out personal information on the phone, through the post or over the internet unless you have initiated the contact or know whom you are dealing with.

·  Keep items with personal information in a safe place. Tear or shred documents such as credit applications, bank statements and receipts.

·  If you have service work done at your home or employ outside help, do not leave personal information lying around.

·  If you live with roommates ensure that your personal information is kept in a safe place.

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