Ukrainians Warned About Evolving Scam: Threats of Criminal Charges and Involvement in Crimes
Ukrainians are being targeted by an evolving scam where fraudsters pose as law enforcement officials, threatening criminal charges for purchasing 'Russian' goods. The scammers are now escalating their demands, pressuring victims to carry out criminal tasks. In a recent case in Kyiv, a man was tricked into throwing a grenade at an auto fuel station, resulting in a damaged car and a terrorist act investigation. Police advise not to transfer funds or data, not to follow instructions, and to report suspicious calls to 102.3 sourcesSee all sources