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Police Warn of New Scam: Imposters Posing as Police via Video Calls to Steal Banking Details

Published March 7, 2026, 12:09
Police Warn of New Scam: Imposters Posing as Police via Video Calls to Steal Banking Details

Police are warning the public about a new scam where fraudsters pose as police officers through video calls. The perpetrators use police logos on communication platforms to appear credible and request personal information and banking details from citizens. Police emphasize that they never communicate in this manner and urge citizens to be particularly careful and not disclose sensitive information. In case of deception, citizens are advised to immediately inform their bank to prevent the theft of funds. The scam aims to extract personal data and steal money from bank accounts.