Rogers and Bell warn Canadians about Wangiri Fraud: What is wangiri fraud? Lets dive in.

Wangiri fraud is a type of phone scam that originates from Japan, where “wangiri” literally means “one ring and cut.” Here’s how it works:

🕵️‍♂️ How Wangiri Fraud Works:

1. You receive a missed call from an unknown international or premium-rate number.

2. The call rings once or just briefly, so you don’t have time to answer it.

3. Out of curiosity, you might call the number back, thinking it’s a legitimate missed call.

4. When you call back, you’re connected to a premium-rate service that charges high fees per minute.

5. The fraudsters make money from these call charges, often sharing revenue with the premium-rate number provider.

📱 Key Signs of Wangiri Fraud:

• Calls from unfamiliar international numbers.

• Very short rings—just enough to appear as a missed call.

• If you call back, you’re put on hold or hear strange noises, keeping you on the line.

🚫 How to Protect Yourself:

• Don’t call back unfamiliar or suspicious numbers, especially international ones.

• Use call-blocking apps or services that flag scam numbers.

• Check the number online—many sites list known scam numbers.

• Report the number to your carrier or local telecom authority.

Let me know if you want a visual breakdown or if this has happened to you recently—happy to help dig deeper!