Monaco’s Police Department has issued a fresh warning about a telephone scam in which fraudsters impersonate police officers, using technology that makes their calls appear to originate from the official police telephone number…
The Direction de la Sûreté Publique has alerted residents to the practice, known as ‘spoofing’, which allows criminals to disguise their telephone numbers and create the impression that they are calling from a legitimate authority.
During these calls, fraudsters may claim to be investigating a crime or suspected banking fraud, creating a sense of urgency to persuade victims to disclose personal information, bank details, passwords or confidential security codes. Some victims may also be pressured into handing over cash, jewellery or other valuables.
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Police emphasise that a familiar number appearing on a telephone screen does not guarantee the caller’s identity.
Residents are strongly advised never to disclose sensitive financial information over the telephone or surrender valuables to anyone claiming to be a police officer following an unsolicited call.
Anyone receiving a suspicious call should hang up immediately and contact the police directly by dialling 17. Those who believe they have been targeted or defrauded are urged to report the incident without delay.
Source: Direction de la Sûreté Publique
