Police warn of rising phone scams targeting financial data

On April 20, 2026, the police issued a public warning regarding two distinct forms of phone-based fraud. In the first method, criminals contact individuals who have previously invested in cryptocurrencies, claiming to assist them in withdrawing earnings. They request remote access to the victim's computer and online banking credentials, while also demanding OTP verification codes sent by the bank to authorize transfers. In the second method, perpetrators call from international numbers using an automated recording that instructs users to press keys to confirm transactions on a fake payment platform. These scams aim to gain unauthorized access to bank accounts and personal data. Authorities emphasize that passwords, PINs, and personal identification information should never be disclosed to unauthorized parties. The police advise the public to only conduct transactions through verified, official financial institutions and to confirm any suspicious messages through known, official communication channels.