Amman, June 9 (Petra) -- The Public Security Directorate (PSD) spokesperson stated that the Cybercrime Unit has issued a warning regarding a new fraudulent scheme reported over the past few days. The unit received several complaints concerning audio and video calls made via various communication apps, during which callers claimed to be security officers and requested personal documents, instructing victims to report to security agencies the following day.

The spokesperson confirmed that investigations into the complaints revealed a fraudulent method where scammers attempt to gain control over victims' personal information and bank accounts. The fraudsters threaten the victims by claiming legal cases have been filed against them and demand full personal details before directing them to visit security departments. Investigations are ongoing to identify the perpetrators and take appropriate legal action against them.

The PSD urged citizens to exercise caution when receiving calls from unknown sources and to refrain from engaging with anyone calling through electronic applications claiming to represent security agencies. The spokesperson emphasized that official security authorities do not utilize such methods for investigations or when summoning individuals.

The public is urged to immediately report any such suspicious calls to the authorities via the unified emergency number (911), through the official communication channels of the Cybercrime Unit, or by visiting the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) offices at the nearest police station.

//Petra// AF