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Sierra Leone Commercial Bank (SLCB) is deeply concerned about recent reports of scammers using our reputable brand to deceive and defraud unsuspecting individuals of their hard-earned money. We take this matter very seriously and wish to caution our valued customers and the general public about the ongoing scams.
In recent times there has been a rise in fraudulent activities where scammers impersonate SLCB representatives through phone calls emails text messages and social media platforms. These criminals are adept at creating convincing and deceptive communications often promising financial opportunities loan approvals or prizes in exchange for personal or financial information.
Sierra Leone Commercial Bank would like to emphasize the following key points to help customers and the public protect themselves from falling victim to scams:
Be Skeptical: Always be cautious when receiving unsolicited communication claiming to be from SLCB. If something sounds too good to be true it probably is.
Verify the Source: If you receive a call email or message from someone claiming to represent SLCB independently verify their identity by contacting the bank directly through official channels. Do not use the contact information provided by the potential scammer.
Protect Your Personal Information: Never share sensitive personal or financial information such as your account number pin or passwords with anyone over the phone or online unless you are certain of the recipient's authenticity.
Report Suspicious Activity: If you encounter any suspicious activity or believe you have been targeted by a scam using SLCB's name please report it to your local law enforcement authorities and notify the bank immediately. Your prompt reporting can help us take appropriate action against these fraudsters.
Sierra Leone Commercial Bank remains committed to the safety and security of our customers and the general public. We are actively working with law enforcement agencies to investigate and combat these fraudulent activities. SLCB will never engage in unsolicited communications asking for personal or financial information and we do not endorse or participate in any fraudulent schemes.
We urge all customers and the public to stay vigilant and follow the precautions outlined above. By working together we can protect our community from falling victim to scams and maintain the integrity of Sierra Leone Commercial Bank.
For more information or to report a suspected scam please contact our Customer Service Department at +232-79-211-121/ +232-88-225-225 or Corporate Secretariat at +232-78-645774/+232-79-950-132
Sierra Leone Commercial Bank remains your trusted financial partner and we appreciate your continued trust and cooperation in keeping our community sate from scammers.
BY MANAGEMENT
7th June 2024
