The Princely Government has issued a warning after a series of fraud attempts involving individuals falsely claiming to represent the Prince’s Palace…
According to the official announcement released on March 11, several malicious scammers have been impersonating Palace staff using fake WhatsApp profiles in an effort to obtain personal information and solicit money.
Authorities say the scammers attempt to establish trust by pretending to be official representatives of the Palace. After initiating contact, they ask victims to share sensitive personal data before requesting financial transfers under the pretext of donations or investment opportunities.
The fraudsters are reportedly using increasingly sophisticated technology to make their approach appear credible. This includes tools capable of imitating voices and generating convincing images or videos. In some cases, they are also able to alter phone numbers so that messages appear to come from institutional contacts linked to the Palace. Victims may also receive documents that seem official but are in fact fraudulent.
The government is urging the public to remain vigilant and to avoid sharing personal details such as identity information, addresses, email accounts or bank details. Citizens are also advised not to provide information about third parties and to verify any suspicious contact directly through official channels.
Anyone receiving a suspicious message is advised not to respond or click on any links. The public is encouraged to report such attempts immediately to Monaco’s Public Security Directorate.
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