Manila, Feb. 3 -- The Department of Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) is once again warning the public against scammers posing as DSWD representatives who are circulating false messages promising cash aid ranging from PHP6,500 to PHP8,500 in exchange for personal information.

The scam messages, circulated primarily through text messages and Facebook Messenger, require individuals to send their full name, contact number and home address to supposedly be listed among the beneficiaries of an alleged DSWD program.

In some instances, the scammers also require the victims to grant them access to their GCash account, allowing the perpetrators to siphon money from the unsuspecting individuals.

DSWD spokesperson Assistant Secretary Irene Du...