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Police are investigating three cases of internet fraud and extortion after scammers posing as a well-known petroleum company tricked victims into handing over their bank details, resulting in losses totaling approximately €37,000.
Two of the incidents were reported in the Paphos district and one in Famagusta. Authorities said the same method of deception was used in all three cases.
According to police, victims received a text message claiming to be from the petroleum company, stating that their reward points were set to expire within three days unless they took immediate action. The message included a link, which directed users to a fake website where they were prompted to enter their banking credentials.
The information was then used to withdraw funds from the victims’ accounts, police said.
The Cyprus Police urged the public to exercise caution and avoid entering personal or financial information on suspicious websites or links, particularly those received via unsolicited messages.
Investigations are ongoing by the Criminal Investigation Departments (TAEs) in Paphos and Famagusta.
