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The Dark Side of Social Media: Scams, Grooming & Online Risks
What really happens on your social media feeds?
A message from a stranger. A giveaway that looks too good to miss. A buyer on Marketplace who seems genuine.
What looks trustworthy and real online can quickly turn into something else entirely. ‘The Dark Side of Social Media’ is a new Crime Stoppers Victoria podcast series in partnership with BankVic exposing how the platforms we use every day are being exploited for scams, grooming, and abuse, often in ways most people don’t see coming.
Across five short, powerful episodes, this series brings together real stories and expert insights to uncover how offenders operate, who they target, and the subtle warning signs that are easy to miss. If you use social media, or someone you care about does, this is a series you can’t miss.
Featuring real victim experiences’, expert voices, and clear, practical takeaways, ‘The Dark Side of Social Media’ goes beyond awareness, showing you what to look for, when to act, and how to protect yourself and those around you.
Defending Your Online Investments: Avoid Investment Scams
Australians lost a staggering $292,623,743 to online investment scams in 2023!
Despite this alarming loss, many of these scams often go unreported, with only 8,681 reports received by Scamwatch in the same year. This highlights the need for greater awareness and understanding of the issue.
Learn expert tips on safeguarding your finances in the digital world. Listen now and secure your financial future!
Featured Experts:
Paul Colville (Senior Fraud & Anti-Money laundering Consultant – BankVic).
Alec Renehan (Equity Mates)
Coercive control and the changing face of family violence
Crime Stoppers Victoria and Victoria Police present
Following an eye opening podcast with Victoria Police Assistant Commissioner Lauren Callaway on financial abuse, Crime Stoppers Victoria was keen to further explore the topic. In this second podcast on coercive control, A.C Callaway shares valuable insights to those who may be in a toxic relationship. Learn more about the constantly changing face of traditional family violence and coercive control.
Murder of Scott Muston
Breaking Down the Wall of Silence
Behind every unsolved case are the loved ones left with more questions than answers. Investigators are confident that this case can be solved. We just need your help. Help us solve the heartbreaking murder of Scott Muston.
Anatomy of a Scam
From scammers’ tricks to victims’ stories, and the fight to bring them down
It starts with a hook, and before you know it, everything’s gone. In episode one of The Anatomy of a Scam, we dive into the mind of the scammer, uncovering the cutting-edge tricks they use to lure in their victims.
From deepfake AI to manipulation tatics, this episode reveals how scammers hook and make their move.