Ren Min Wang·2025-05-22 07:00Group 1 - The article highlights a successful interception of a new type of online loan fraud by the Bank of Communications, preventing a customer from losing 40,000 yuan [1][2] - The customer, Mr. Zhu, was misled by a fraudulent loan app that promised an 80,000 yuan credit limit, but required a 40,000 yuan "unfreeze fee" to access the funds [1][2] - The bank staff utilized a comprehensive anti-fraud training mechanism and a standard procedure of "check, verify, inquire" to identify and stop the fraudulent transaction [2] Group 2 - The Bank of Communications has strengthened its anti-fraud processes in Anhui Province, successfully protecting 3,120 individuals and intercepting 14.658 million yuan in fraudulent funds this year [2] - The bank advises customers that legitimate financial institutions will never request upfront fees such as "unfreeze fees" or "guarantee fees" [2] - Customers are encouraged to verify any suspicious loan requests through official channels or by contacting the bank directly [2]