The Security Service of Ukraine has noted a rise in fraudulent schemes in which criminals pose as law enforcement officers.
According to Ukrinform, the SSU press service reported this.
“Criminals approach a person and first intimidate them with fabricated criminal cases involving alleged treason, financing the Russian Federation, or purchasing prohibited goods. To increase the pressure, the scammers often send a fake summons for questioning via a messaging app,” the statement reads.
The scammers then offer a way to avoid punishment. In most cases, they demand that money be transferred or handed over “for verification” or “to avoid criminal liability.”
The SSU urges citizens to remain vigilant and follow these guidelines:
