The Monetary Authority warns consumers to beware of fraudulent website www.wing-lung.com, which resembles the official website of Wing Lung Bank.

The bank has clarified it has no connection with the fake website and has reported it to Police.

Anyone who has used the site, or provided personal information on it, should contact the bank on 2770 2112 or Police on 2860 5012.

People should verify the status of any organisation making use of the Internet to solicit deposits. Click here to read a list of authorised institutions or call the authority's hotline 2878 8222. More safety tips on online banking are available here.