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Caution: Scammers Impersonate Police Chief via Viber

Published February 17, 2026, 17:22

The Cyprus Police are warning the public about new phone scams via Viber, where scammers impersonate the Police Chief. The scammers communicate via video calls, making false claims about immigration checks and financial scams, in order to extract personal details and credit card information from victims. They use police uniforms and photos of police officials on their profiles to appear credible. Police urge the public not to respond to such calls, not to share personal information, and to immediately inform their bank if they reveal banking details. Caution and vigilance are essential to avoid scams.