Abu Dhabi Police Issues Warning on Rising Deceptive Job and Online Scams

The Abu Dhabi Police have issued a warning to the public about the rise in fraudulent activities and deceptive tactics employed by scammers. These individuals are increasingly using sophisticated methods to trick unsuspecting victims, leading to financial losses and other forms of deception.

Fraudsters employ various deceptive tactics, including fraudulent calls, misleading links, and fake electronic websites sent via SMS. These methods cleverly mimic government institutions to deceive the public, aiming to extract sensitive information or engage individuals in fake services and inducements, posing a significant threat to the community.

In the realm of online shopping, the police advise the public to exercise caution when encountering ‘fake’ websites and advertisements offering pets for sale or adoption. These deceptive ads circulate through the internet, social networking sites, and buying and selling apps, coercing victims into sending funds to bank accounts created for the purpose of theft and fraud. Victims may also be directed to request fund transfers through locally and internationally licensed exchange companies within the country.

Job seekers are also urged to be vigilant against “fake employment” schemes. Fraudsters take advantage of official events to create convincing but fraudulent online company pages and social media profiles, posing as legitimate recruitment firms. These scammers solicit money from job applicants under the pretense of fees for employment opportunities, only for the applicants to later discover they have been deceived.

Abu Dhabi Police emphasize the importance of never sharing confidential information, such as account or card details, online banking passwords, ATM PINs, security numbers (CCV), or passwords. They stress that legitimate bank employees will not request such information.

To counter these fraudulent methods and protect the community, the police encourage individuals to report any anonymous calls asking for updates on their bank details. Reports can be made by contacting the Aman Service at No. 8002626 or sending a text message to 2828. Stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to safeguard against these deceptive practices.

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