With just a few taps, you can turn your money into the things you like. Have you also enjoyed the convenience of online shopping? According to statistics, although losses from fake online auction scams are not the highest among fraud categories, they have become the scam trap that the public most frequently falls into. On December 2, 2025, Deputy Chief Cheng, You-Ming of the 3rd Precinct, Taichung City Police Department was invited to appear on the “945 Guest Room” program on the Police Broadcasting Service (PBS), Taichung Station. Guided by host Chiang, Rong of “Talk with Substance,” he shared practical tips on preventing fake online auction scams, and also reminded listeners that as the weather turns cooler, they should never take chances by driving under the influence, and should share the road responsibly with other road users. According to statistics from the Anti-Fraud Dashboard of the National Police Agency, Ministry of the Interior, in November 2025, the number of fraud cases received reached 13,559, with reported financial losses totaling nearly NT$6 billion. Among them, “online shopping fraud” accounted for 4,054 cases, making it the most common victimization type. As online shopping has become part of everyday life, fraud syndicates have also seized on this “business opportunity.” Not only buyers but also sellers can become targets. Whether it is a photo that falsely purports to be proof of a genuine purchase, or claims of limited-edition items designed to create a sense of urgency, a moment’s inattention can be enough to fall into the trap. Deputy Chief Cheng reminded the public that advertisements on social media claiming items are “limited” or “extremely hard to get,” as well as single-page shopping sites, may be directly linked to fraud rings. Once a transfer is made, the other party often disappears without a trace. To help prevent such scams, he shared the “three checks and one don’t” rule of thumb: before shopping, take three minutes to check whether the website is legitimate, check whether the price is reasonable, check the seller’s ratings, and strictly follow the principle of not leaving the platform. Doing so can help make online shopping both enjoyable and safe. As the weather turns cooler and the winter season becomes more pronounced, it is an especially critical time to strengthen anti-drunk-driving outreach. Deputy Chief Cheng noted that, as of now this year, the 3rd Precinct has recorded 372 drunk-driving enforcement cases, with strong results. The precinct will continue to intensify operations through frequent and wide-ranging checkpoints, adopting around-the-clock decentralized and mobile patrol strategies to deter drivers who might take chances. He also urged businesses and other venues that serve alcoholic beverages to fulfill their social responsibility by reminding patrons at the source: if alcohol will be consumed at a gathering, they should be sure to use a designated driver, have friends or family provide a ride, take a taxi, or use other public transportation options, so they can enjoy themselves and still get home safely. At the end of the program, Deputy Chief Cheng expressed special thanks to the Police Broadcasting Service for providing a platform for public outreach, helping the public better understand current policing priorities and further appreciate the police’s dedication and service.