Crime & Safety · Cyprus
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A new wave of telephone fraud is sweeping across Cyprus, as citizens report receiving suspicious calls from legitimate Cypriot phone numbers. These numbers, which belong to unsuspecting individuals, have caused confusion and concern among the public. The situation has intensified recently, prompting many people to voice their unease over this alarming trend.
According to reports, the technique behind these fraudulent calls is known as Caller ID Spoofing. This method allows scammers to manipulate the caller identification system, making it appear as though the call is coming from a trusted source or familiar local number. As a result, recipients of these calls may be less cautious and more inclined to engage with the caller, underestimating the potential risks involved.
Authorities and media outlets have begun to raise awareness of this issue, urging citizens to exercise caution when answering unknown calls, even if they display a familiar local number. As this trend continues to evolve, the public is being advised to remain vigilant and to report any suspicious calls to the relevant authorities, in hopes of curbing the rise of this deceptive tactic.
11 July
People are warned that calls from Cypriot numbers may be traps linked to the ongoing scam.
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