Nicosia Citizen Scammed Out of €9,142 by Fraud Caller

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A citizen in Nicosia reported a phone scam on June 18.
The scammer posed as a payment platform operator.
The victim was tricked into installing applications on his phone.
The total amount stolen was €9,142.
Police advise the public to verify calls and protect personal information.

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A recent online scam in Nicosia has prompted an investigation by local authorities after a citizen reported losing €9,142. The incident occurred on June 18, 2026, when the victim received a phone call from a man posing as a representative of a payment platform. This individual convinced the victim to install certain applications on their mobile device, allegedly in relation to the security of their financial accounts.

Following the installation of these applications, the perpetrator was able to access the victim's banking information, which led to the fraudulent withdrawal of funds from their account. The police have now launched a formal investigation into the matter, seeking to identify and apprehend the individual responsible for this scam.

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