FAMAGUSTA GAZETTE – The Cybercrime Sub-Directorate has issued a warning about fraudulent messages falsely claiming to be from Cyprus Post.
These messages inform recipients that their parcels cannot be delivered due to incomplete addresses and urge them to update their shipping details via a provided link.
The messages are a scam designed to steal personal information.
Authorities emphasize that Cyprus Post is not associated with these messages and advise the public not to click on any links or share personal details. For shipment inquiries, citizens are urged to contact Cyprus Post through official channels.
Additionally, the police have received complaints about fake messages on social media and SMS, inviting citizens to pay extrajudicial fines for traffic violations. The police stress that they do not communicate in this manner and warn the public to remain vigilant.
What to Do:
- Avoid clicking on suspicious links.
- Do not share personal or banking information.
- For official matters, contact the relevant authorities directly through verified channels.
Stay cautious and report any suspicious activity to the authorities.
