The Royal Turks and Caicos Islands Police Force (RT&CIPF) is alerting the public to be cautious of a new swindle involving unsolicited Zoom meeting requests.
Scammers are contacting individuals, falsely claiming they are initiating a Zoom call and then sending a malicious link.
Superintendent of Division A, Willet Harvey, advises: “Do not click on any suspicious links sent to you by unknown callers. These scams are designed to trick you into compromising your devices and obtaining sensitive information stored on devices. Protect yourself by being cautious and reporting any suspicious interactions. These incidents are engaging the attention of the Force’s Forensic Digital Unit. ”
Key Online Safety Tips:
∙ Never Accept Links from Strangers: Clicking on unfamiliar or unsolicited links can lead to data breaches, malware infections, and the compromise of your personal information.
∙ Verify Before You Click: If someone sends you a meeting link or a file unexpectedly, verify its authenticity before opening it, even if it appears to be from a known contact. ∙ Report Suspicious Activity: If you receive a call or message asking you to click on a link, report it immediately to the police and do not engage further.
Stay vigilant and protect your personal information.
For more information or to report a scam, contact your nearest police station, 911 or Crime Stoppers at 1-800-8477 or download the Crime Stoppers P3 app to share information on the identity of fraudsters.