Taiwanese police teach children online fraud prevention at summer camp

The Nanzi Police Precinct in Taiwan recently held a fraud prevention class for children attending a summer camp, aiming to equip young individuals with the knowledge to navigate online risks. The session, part of the "2026 Children's Character Summer Camp - True and False Special Agents" program, focused on educating children about "online shopping scams" and "ghost packages."

During the class, officers advised children against trusting unofficial transaction channels when purchasing game items or anime merchandise online. They emphasized the importance of using official platforms to avoid falling victim to fraudulent schemes. The police also provided a clear, three-step self-rescue method for handling returns, which includes "refusing payment, keeping receipts, and contacting customer service."

Beyond online shopping fraud, the Nanzi Precinct also addressed other critical child safety issues. They reinforced the "do not photograph, do not transmit, do not keep private photos" rule to prevent child sexual exploitation. Additionally, the program used role-playing scenarios to promote anti-bullying concepts, encouraging children to speak up and develop sound values.

To make the legal and safety information more engaging, the Nanzi Precinct created original cartoon illustrations for their "Anti-Fraud Classroom" series. Police Chief Chen Yi-liang expressed hope that children would become "safety agents," sharing their newfound knowledge with their families and contributing to a stronger community defense network. The police also reminded attendees of the national fraud hotline (165) and the emergency reporting number (110).