事关黄金，商丘公安发布提示

Core Insights - The price of gold continues to rise, frequently setting new historical highs [1] - There has been a noticeable increase in foot traffic at gold stores, with some customers purchasing gold without inquiring about prices or styles, indicating a potential trend in consumer behavior [2] Fraud Schemes - Order Scams and Gold "Withdrawal": Scammers post part-time job ads online, luring victims to complete tasks for small returns, eventually convincing them to buy gold to withdraw their earnings [4] - Investment Fraud and Gold "Recharge": Fraudsters impersonate investment experts, promising high returns and urging victims to purchase gold, which they claim will double their investment upon receipt [4] - Impersonation of Law Enforcement: Scammers pose as law enforcement officials, claiming victims need to buy gold for "case withdrawal" procedures, disappearing after receiving the gold [4] - High-Price Gold Buyback: Scammers entice victims with offers to buy gold at inflated prices, leading them to send gold to specified locations, after which the scammers vanish [4] Public Warnings - Authorities advise against trusting online investment suggestions, especially those requiring the purchase of gold or other valuables for others [6] - It is emphasized that law enforcement will not conduct inquiries or evidence collection via remote methods or request direct transfers [6] - Any requests for online purchases of gold or cash transactions involving third parties are flagged as high-risk scams [6][7]