Dubai authorities have issued a warning to residents about the increasing prevalence of scams involving fake social media advertisements that offer discounts on traffic fines and other government service fees. Experts emphasize that these supposed discounts are deceptive tactics used by scammers to trick the public.
These fraudulent schemes are not limited to traffic fines; similar scams target visa renewals, utility bill payments, Emirates ID services, and various other civic processes.
Precautions for Residents
Residents are strongly advised to:
- Use only official government channels for all payments and inquiries.
- Verify any discount offers carefully before proceeding.
- Avoid sharing personal or financial information on unofficial platforms.
- Be alert to suspicious links or messages promoting unusually low fines or fees.
Authorities’ Actions
Dubai Police and related government bodies are actively working to:
- Raise public awareness about these scams.
- Reduce financial harm caused by such deceptive practices.
- Strengthen digital security measures to protect residents and visitors from cyber fraud.
Awareness and vigilance continue to be essential in combating these scams and ensuring the safety of public finances. Stay tuned to Questiqa World News for the latest updates on this issue.
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