Mobiles Used for Bogus Kidnappers
And so it seems in Colombia, the kidnapping capital of the world, the mobile is being used for bogus kidnappings.
The game plan is simple.
Bogus kidnappers pose as phone operators instructing mobile phone users to turn off their handsets for 2 hours whilst they test the network connections. During this time, the criminals contact family members of the victim, claiming they have been held hostage and will be handed back in return for a ransom. Families have no way of contacting the users whilst their mobiles are turned off, and so are directed where to leave the money before the 2 hours is up.
Scams Galore
A lot of scam artists work by claiming they are an authority from somewhere. So unless you are shown an ID card or can verify who it is you are talking to, BEWARE!
And with this, time to sign off for the week. Enjoy the weekend! 
