Mar 4, 07:55 PM

Authorities Warn of New Scam Targeting Social Security and Severe Weather Alerts; Victims Lost €45,000 in Scam Empire Project

Authorities have issued warnings regarding a new scam targeting individuals through impersonation of the Social Security system. Cybercriminals are using SMS messages to deceive citizens into providing personal information. Reports indicate that a journalist was approached by fraudsters, who were unaware they were being recorded, revealing their tactics. Additionally, the Guardia Civil has alerted residents in areas prone to severe weather about a scam related to false alerts from the AEMET, Spain's meteorological agency. This follows a broader investigation into international scam call centers, which has uncovered a network of fraudsters operating across multiple countries, including Belgium, where victims have reported losses amounting to €45,000. The ongoing investigation, known as the Scam Empire project, aims to expose these criminal operations and educate the public about their methods.

#Social Security #Guardia Civil #AEMET #Spain #Belgium #Scam Empire project

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Authorities Warn of New Scam Targeting Social Security and Severe Weather Alerts; Victims Lost €45,000 in Scam Empire Project

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