Scamwatch has received over 2700 scam reports mentioning the coronavirus with over $1 114 000 in reported losses since the outbreak of COVID-19 (coronavirus).
Australians have lost nearly $300,000 to puppy scams this year, and scammers have been particularly targeting those seeking a furry companion during social isolation.
Scammers are now trying to exploit Australians financially impacted by the COVID-19 crisis with new superannuation scams being reported to Scamwatch in recent weeks.
