Crime & Safety · Cyprus

Phone scams targeting banking details reported with Cypriot numbers.

6 sourcesFirst reported 21 days agoUpdated 19 days ago

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In recent weeks, there has been a rise in reports of phone scams using numbers that appear to be Cypriot.
Scammers are posing as representatives of the Police, often using pre-recorded messages to trick victims.
The authorities have warned that these calls are designed to extract banking information and financial details from individuals.
Citizens are advised to immediately hang up if they receive such calls and not to share any personal information.
The Police are actively raising awareness to prevent citizens from falling victim to these fraudulent schemes.

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Recently, there has been a surge in reports from citizens in Cyprus regarding telephone scams originating from numbers that appear to be local. The callers falsely claim to represent the National Police Security Office, and the calls typically begin with a pre-recorded message that aims to trick individuals into divulging sensitive banking information.

The scams have been described in several reports, which highlight that recipients of these calls may find themselves at risk of having their bank accounts compromised. Authorities urge the public to be vigilant and suspicious of any unsolicited calls claiming to be from law enforcement, directing them to terminate such calls immediately. In light of these incidents, local police are actively warning citizens to exercise caution and report any suspicious calls.

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