The Ministry of Interior is addressing a surge in “fraud” reports from citizens, detailing scams targeting elderly individuals. Citizens are urged to exercise caution and report any suspicious contact to the police immediately.

Perpetrators are deceiving elderly citizens by impersonating officials, typically police officers, over the phone. They request money under the false pretense of helping their children or grandchildren avoid criminal charges related to a supposedly fatal traffic accident. A voice pleading for assistance can often be heard in the background, enhancing the deception. The Ministry of Interior is taking measures to investigate these criminal acts.

Victims are primarily contacted via landlines, though some cases involve mobile phones with concealed numbers.