Abu Dhabi Police Warn Against Ramadan Scams On Social Media

Abu Dhabi Police have cautioned that scammers are using fraudulent Ramadan competitions on social media to trick people into sharing personal and banking details under the guise of claiming a prize. The police have also warned against fake charity links on social media platforms impersonating legitimate organisations.

Major General Mohammed Suhail Al Rashidi, Director of the Criminal Security Sector of Abu Dhabi Police, said that scammers convince victims they have won cash prizes, only to demand payments or personal information to process the reward, reported Emirates News Agency. Thus, the public are required to verify the authenticity of such competitions, avoid sharing confidential data, and report any suspicious activity. Major General also highlighted the necessity of staying alert to online deception and complying with cybersecurity guidelines.