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What to Do After an Investment Scam? Steps to Stop Loss and File a Report

Last updated: 2026-06-21
Bottom Line: Time is money—the sooner you report, the better chance of intercepting the funds. And absolutely do not pay any more 'unfreezing fees, taxes, deposits' as instructed by the other party.

At the moment of discovery

Next (within 24 hours)

📞 Important Contacts

  1. 165 National Anti-Fraud Hotline (24 hours)
  2. 110 Emergency Report
  3. Your bank's customer service For reporting, fund freeze, and joint freeze order

Mindset Tip

Getting scammed is not your fault—scam syndicates are organized, professional groups that act out scripts. The sooner you admit it and act, the better your chance to stop the bleeding; delaying or feeling ashamed only gives them more time to move the money.

❓ FAQ

I already sent the money. Can it be recovered?

There's a chance, but no guarantee. Speed is key. If the funds are still within the banking system, the faster you report, the more likely they can be intercepted or frozen. Cryptocurrency is harder to recover. Regardless, call 165 immediately and file a police report.

The other party says if I pay another 'unfreezing fee,' I can get all my money back. Can I trust that?

No. This is a classic secondary scam to extort another payment. If withdrawals are blocked, it likely means the principal is already lost. Do not pay any more fees.

What do I need to prepare for filing a police report?

All chat screenshots, remittance/transfer records, the other party's account number, phone number, platform URL, and App. The more complete the evidence, the smoother the process.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This site provides charitable anti-fraud educational information. It does not constitute investment advice and does not guarantee the completeness or timeliness of any information. Public data is for reference only and cannot alone determine the quality of an investment target. Please rely on official sources (165, the Financial Supervisory Commission, the Ministry of Economic Affairs, the National Police Agency) for accuracy. Investment and trading decisions should be carefully evaluated at your own risk.