On November 26th, the Binh Chanh Commune Police (Ho Chi Minh City) reported a recent surge in complaints from residents regarding fraudulent phone calls. Imposters posing as police officers are demanding residents photograph their land certificates, provide personal information for a supposed “land data cleansing campaign,” and install an app called “Ministry of Public Security Service Portal.”
These scammers speak with authority, claiming to be officers from the Binh Chanh Commune Police. They interrogate residents about their personal details and insist on updating land certificate information into a “data cleansing system.” Failure to comply, they threaten, could result in “land file suspension.”
Binh Chanh Commune Police warn residents to be vigilant. Illustration: PHẠM DŨNG
Some residents, trusting the callers, have sent photos of their land documents, ID cards, and even their homes via social media as instructed.
After submitting documents, victims are often instructed to download the “Ministry of Public Security Service Portal” app.
These apps are not the official VneID app of the Ministry of Public Security. They are downloaded through links that charge processing and verification fees.
Preventative measures. Illustration: PHẠM DŨNG
The Binh Chanh Commune Police leadership confirms that no officers are contacting residents to request land certificates, install unknown apps, or pay fees for data cleansing. Residents must remain vigilant.
Land data registration and updates are not handled by the commune police. Land-related documents are only accepted through the Commune People’s Committee, the Department of Economics, or the National Public Service Portal.
“Residents must protect their assets and personal data. Remember: do not photograph or send ID documents to unknown numbers. Only download apps from official stores. Never transfer money to strangers for any reason related to document processing. If informed of ‘land file issues,’ contact the Commune People’s Committee directly for verification. Do not panic over threats of ‘fines,’ ‘file locks,’ or ‘legal action’ – advises the Binh Chanh Commune Police.
According to the Binh Chanh Commune Police, these fake apps can steal information within seconds. Once installed, contacts, bank accounts, and private photos can be compromised.
Scammers often use stolen data to target victims’ relatives. Therefore, never share personal information, ID numbers, land certificates, or property documents with anyone via phone, message, or app.
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