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Fraudsters solicit donations via WhatsApp in the name of the Red Cross in Chania

3 sourcesFirst reported 11 days agoUpdated 11 days ago

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Scammers in Chania are soliciting monetary donations on WhatsApp falsely claiming to represent the Red Cross.
The Greek Red Cross has issued a statement confirming that no such fundraising activities are taking place in Chania.
They urged citizens to report any similar incidents they may encounter.
Authorities are warning the public to be vigilant against these fraudulent schemes.
The situation has raised concerns about the misuse of the Red Cross's name for financial gain.

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In Chania, reports have emerged about fraudulent activities involving individuals soliciting monetary contributions in the name of the Red Cross via WhatsApp. According to announcements from the Hellenic Red Cross, these scammers are falsely claiming to conduct fundraising efforts, misleading members of the community.

The Red Cross has explicitly stated that it is not engaged in any fundraising activities in Chania at this time and has urged the public to remain vigilant. They are asking citizens to report any occurrences of similar scams immediately, emphasizing the importance of verifying the legitimacy of such requests. The organization continues to monitor the situation closely to protect community members from these deceptive practices.

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