China News Agency, Hong Kong, July 18: The outbreak of a new coronary pneumonia outbreak earlier this year hit the economy hard, making job search more difficult. The Hong Kong police said on the social media page on the 18th that from January to May this year, a total of 98 job scams were recorded, an increase of 51% over the same period last year, involving 5.3 million Hong Kong dollars.
Under the epidemic, many industries have controlled costs through salary freezes and manpower cuts, making job search easier than in previous years. The scammers are paying attention to this state and the mindset of the job seekers, using the words "flexible working hours", "high-paying high-paying jobs" or "quick quick money (making quick money)" in the name of recruitment, using different Excuses require job-seekers to pay deposits, personal belongings or prepaid fees for training purposes or as a bait to earn commissions to induce victims to apply for loans.
Police announced that from January to May this year, a total of 98 cases of job scams were recorded, an increase of 51% over the same period last year, involving a sum of HK$5.3 million.
The police remind the public, especially young people with less social experience, that summer is approaching. If you are looking for a summer job, you need to understand the background of the company before you apply for a job. If you are required to pay administrative fees, deposits or apply for loans, you should hold Skepticism, such as unusually high pay, should also be alert. (Finish)