The situation: A resident gets a call from someone claiming to be 'from the prosecutor's office' saying his identity was used in money laundering, and asking him to move his savings to a 'safe account' for the investigation.
Applicable law: This is a classic remote (telecom) fraud, punishable as the crime of fraud. Chinese authorities never investigate by phone or ask you to transfer money, and no 'safe account' exists. The state severely punishes fraud rings and offers the 96110 anti-fraud hotline and fast payment-stop platforms.
Outcome: Whoever transfers may lose the money irretrievably; whoever gets the call and reports at once to 96110 may have the transfer frozen and the fraud stopped.
🚔 Fights, theft, forgery · Awareness case
A Call 'From the Police' Demanding a Transfer — Certain Fraud · Yalla China
🤝 Governing law: 刑法（诈骗罪）/ Criminal Law (Fraud)
Would a real official body ever call to move your money to a 'safe account'?
Illustrative, general educational examples — not real specific facts and not legal advice; for awareness only. For an actual situation, consult a licensed lawyer.
🎓 The lesson / takeaway
Lesson: No official body asks for your money by phone. 'Safe account' = fraud. Hang up and call 96110 at once.
🕒 Updated: 16 March 2026