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Social Media SIM Swap Takeover

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Scammers obtain enough information from social media profiles to perform a SIM swap, then use the hijacked number to reset passwords and access bank, email, and social media accounts.

Known Contact Details

Phone Number

061 054 3689

How They Request Payment

Bank Transfer (EFT)

Victims asked to deposit into an account held at Absa or a fake "safe account".

Mobile Money

Payments requested via Cash Send, Instant Money, or e-Wallet.

Common Targets

unemployed

Gauteng

1 reported
How This Scam Works

Social media reconnaissance → SIM swap → password reset on accounts → theft and impersonation.

Reported Locations
Polokwane, Limpopo, South Africa
1 report
Est. R 16 635 lost
First reported 19 January 2026
Last reported 12 June 2026
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