Scam guide
Harassment in Pakistan
Threats, blackmail or abusive behaviour. Below are community-submitted reports about phone numbers, websites and accounts linked to this type of scam. Community reports are one signal, not a verdict — always verify independently.
Harassment and blackmail scams use threats, abusive messages or private content to pressure you for money or control. Do not pay and do not engage.
How this scam typically works
- The person threatens to share private photos, chats or information.
- They demand money, gifts or compliance to stay silent.
- They may use multiple numbers or fake profiles to keep contacting you.
- Paying usually increases the demands instead of stopping them.
Red flags
- Threats to share private content or information.
- Repeated demands for money to "stay quiet".
- Messages from many different numbers or fake profiles.
- Pressure to move to another app and share more content.
Official advisories
Do not pay online blackmailers
FIA advises victims of online blackmail and harassment not to pay and not to continue the conversation. Preserve screenshots and contact details, then report through the NR3C complaint system. Paying usually increases the demands.
Official advisories are awareness guidance published by authorities. They are not a verdict about any specific person and are kept separate from community reports.
Most reported for this scam type
Latest community reports
Harassment Through Unwanted Personal Messages
This person has contacted someone through this account with unsolicited and inappropriate personal questions. This behavior is disturbing and constitutes online harassment.
Website: facebook.com
Harrassing a Girl
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Phone: 03110832819
What to do if targeted
- Do not pay and do not continue the conversation.
- Preserve evidence: screenshots, numbers, profile links and dates.
- Block the contact and tighten your privacy settings.
- Tell a trusted person and report to the authorities — you are not at fault.
Where to report
- FIA NR3C cybercrime portal (blackmail and online harassment).
- Local police if there is a direct threat to your safety.
- The platform where the harassment is happening, for account removal.
Frequently asked questions
Will paying stop the blackmailer?
Almost never. Payment usually leads to more demands. Stop contact and involve the authorities instead.
Should I delete everything and disappear?
No. First save evidence for the complaint, then block and report. Evidence is what authorities need to act.