Imagine living your day as usual when suddenly your phone rings: “Hello, this is the Cyprus Police, you’re in trouble.” Chilling, right? But should you trust it?
Definitely not. This is exactly what happened to Aygul Shamsuarova, who shared her story on Facebook. She received a call from someone claiming to be the Cyprus Police, asking for her personal details. Others quickly commented with similar stories—turns out, scammers are on the prowl with the same tactic.
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How Do They Operate?
1. Pretend to be the police: They use an authoritative tone, making you trust them.
2. Scare you: “You’re in serious trouble, hand over your details now!”
3. Suspicious number: Often calling from foreign numbers, which is a major red flag.
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Other Common Scams
Fake Tech Support: Claiming your computer has a virus, offering “help” to gain access to your personal data.
Tax Fraud: Impersonating tax officers, threatening arrest unless you pay them immediately.
Bank Scams: Pretending to be from your bank, saying your account is compromised, and asking for login details. Once you comply, your money is gone.
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How to Protect Yourself
Verify: Call the organization back using an official number.
Don’t share personal info: No legitimate authority will ask for your passwords or card details over the phone.
Stay calm: If something feels off, hang up immediately.
In short, always
be on guard and don’t fall for these scams.
