OJK’s Anti-Scam Center Blocks 5,987 Fraudulent Accounts, Saves IDR 27.1 Billion

JAKARTA, RAKYAT.NEWS – As the year draws to a close, the Indonesia Anti-Scam Center (IASC) has received a total of 11,448 financial scam complaints. This initiative was launched by the Financial Services Authority (OJK) in collaboration with various ministries and agencies just a month ago.

The IASC, which was established to combat scams in the financial sector, reported that by December 20, 2024, it had processed 11,448 complaints. In addition, 5,987 accounts suspected of being involved in fraudulent activities were blocked, and a total of IDR 27.1 billion in funds were successfully protected.

The IASC was officially launched on November 22, 2024, in a ceremony held at the OJK office in Jakarta. The establishment of the center was the result of a partnership between OJK and members of the Anti-Illegal Financial Activities Task Force (Satgas PASTI). The goal is to address financial scams quickly and effectively, sending a strong message to perpetrators.

The center serves as a coordinating body for OJK, Satgas PASTI, and financial industry players, enabling them to work together in tackling financial fraud. By consolidating efforts, the IASC aims to provide a swift and coordinated response to scams in the financial sector.

OJK has urged the public to report any encounters with financial scams to the IASC via its website, iasc.ojk.go.id. Additionally, individuals can contact OJK’s helpline at 157 or reach out through Twitter @kontak157 for further assistance.

In addition to OJK, the task force includes 10 ministries, Bank Indonesia, the Attorney General’s Office, the National Police, the National Intelligence Agency (BIN), and the Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center (PPATK). These agencies are working in tandem to fight financial fraud and bring perpetrators to justice.