Beware of the 'trap' of easy jobs with high salaries.

Thetrap"Attractive recruitment"

Despite repeated warnings from authorities, many people still fall prey to fraudulent online recruitment schemes. These job postings are often very attractive: easy work, high income, no qualifications or experience required; even including free accommodation, travel allowances, and immediate start dates. Therefore, although the scam is not new, many people still fall for it, including a significant number of teenagers.

Typically, on April 15, 2026, Mr. NNC (residing in Lang Son 2 village) reported to the Yen Xuan Commune Police that his daughter, NAT (born in 2011), had unexpectedly left home. Initial verification revealed that T. had been contacted by an unknown individual on social media who lured her to Bac Ninh with promises of a "dream" salary.

Recognizing this as a sign of organized fraud, the police quickly launched an investigation. Within a short time, authorities located T. on a passenger bus traveling from Con Cuông to Hanoi. Thanks to timely intervention, she was safely returned home, avoiding the risk of falling into the fraud trap.

This is not an isolated case. Previously, in September 2025, Mr. D.T.T. (residing in Son Duong commune, Tuyen Quang province) reported to the authorities in Nghe An province that his son, D.T.K. (16 years old, a 10th-grade student), had been lured and abducted to Cambodia by some unknown individuals. At the time of the report, the family stated that K. was on a passenger bus in Nghe An province traveling from Hanoi to Ho Chi Minh City.

Immediately, the Hung Nguyen Commune Police, in coordination with the Dien Chau Traffic Police Station, intercepted the aforementioned passenger bus as it passed through Hung Nguyen Commune (Nghe An province), safely escorted K. off the bus, and handed her over to her family.

According to the police, criminals often exploit the desire of some workers to make quick money without needing vocational training. Once trapped, victims not only face the risk of labor exploitation but may also be forced to participate in illegal activities, or even trafficked abroad.

Investigations have revealed that many human trafficking cases are "disguised" as job recruitment. One typical case involves a ring led by Vi Thi Lan (born in 1994), Lo Thi Vuong (born in 1993), and Lo Thi Nham (born in 2004), who colluded with individuals across the border to trick and sell 13 victims from villages in western Nghe An province into fraudulent companies in the Golden Triangle Economic Zone.

Accordingly, taking advantage of her past work experience abroad, Vi Thi Lan (residing in Cam Lac commune, Ha Tinh province, originally from Binh Chuan commune, Nghe An province) established relationships with "bosses" in the Golden Triangle area – a hub for numerous online fraud organizations. Upon learning of the demand for "workers" from these companies, Lan contacted another relative, Lo Thi Vuong, residing in Nga My commune, to find a source of "labor."

The targets were mainly young people without stable jobs. With promises of salaries ranging from 15 to 18 million VND per month, plus all travel and accommodation expenses covered, the perpetrators gained the trust of many unsuspecting individuals.

After luring victims across the border, they hand them over to foreign groups, forcing them to work at "fraud centers" run by foreigners. If they want to return home, the victims are forced to pay a large ransom.

Even more concerning, some victims were later directly lured by Lan and Vuong into participating in the trafficking of other victims, becoming "links" in the criminal network itself.

For example, Lo Thi Nham, whose permanent residence is in Nga My commune, Nghe An province (currently residing in An Duong ward, Hai Phong city), actively participated in the human trafficking ring from the role of a victim, tricking and selling several victims across the border.

Operating with sophisticated methods, this trafficking ring trafficked 13 victims before being dismantled. Following an investigation, authorities simultaneously arrested the suspects in Nghe An, Ha Tinh, and Hai Phong, and successfully rescued the victims.

Previously, authorities also cracked another case led by Ly Van Sang (born in 1998, residing in Cam Phuc commune, Nghe An province). Sang trafficked 16 people to the Golden Triangle area in Laos under the guise of "easy work, high pay." There, the victims were forced to work up to 17 hours a day, impersonated government officials to commit online fraud; if they did not meet "quotas," they were beaten, electrocuted, and not paid.

According to the Ministry of Public Security, criminals today are not only posting fake job advertisements but are also building sophisticated "cover" systems. They create websites and social media accounts with interfaces similar to real businesses, posting fake images and documents to gain trust.

In some cases, perpetrators exploit the victims' difficult circumstances, especially those in debt, to force them to work abroad to "pay off their debts." Once controlled, the victims have almost no chance of escaping.

Notably, the perpetrators often do not provide a specific work address, or only give vague information. Once they have gained the victim's trust, they quickly arrange a meeting, take the victim away from the area, and cut off contact with their family.

These tactics are becoming increasingly sophisticated, especially online, where verifying information is more difficult. Teenagers, students, and young people—frequent social media users—and women in rural and mountainous areas are the most vulnerable groups.

LiftBe highly vigilant to protect yourself.

In reality, there are no "easy" jobs that offer high income without requiring qualifications, skills, or legal documents. Therefore, people need to be especially wary of overly attractive job postings. Before deciding to accept a job, thoroughly research the company, the workplace, and the employment contract. Absolutely do not provide personal information or identification documents to strangers online.

For parents, managing and monitoring their children's activities on social media is essential. Regular communication, guidance, and equipping children with the skills to identify potential risks are crucial. Upon detecting suspicious activity or the risk of fraud, parents should promptly report it to the police for timely assistance.

Given the complex nature of online fraud, the People's Committee of Nghe An province issued Document No. 4254/UBND-NC dated April 22, 2026, requesting agencies and units to strengthen prevention and combat against fraudulent acts, including the "easy job, high salary" scam.

Accordingly, localities need to proactively monitor the situation and update themselves on new methods and tactics used by criminals; at the same time, they should intensify propaganda and warnings to raise public awareness.

Notably, the education sector has been tasked with researching and incorporating digital skills education and fraud detection skills into the curriculum. This is seen as a long-term solution to create a "shield" for the younger generation against the pitfalls of cyberspace.

Real-life incidents show that behind the lure of "easy work, high pay" can lie sophisticated criminal networks. The consequences extend beyond property damage, directly impacting the health, reputation, and even lives of victims.

In the context of rapidly developing technology, every citizen needs to equip themselves with knowledge and skills to protect themselves. The vigilance, alertness, and understanding of each individual is a strong "shield" that not only helps them avoid risks and pitfalls but also contributes to preventing criminal acts and protecting social security and order.