SAPS Cautions Public About Scammers Using SAPS Details
The South African Police Service (SAPS) is warning members of the public about a scam circulating in various provinces involving fraudulent letters that falsely appear to originate from the SAPS.
These fake letters, often distributed via WhatsApp, bear the SAPS logo and contain the names, contact details of senior SAPS officers, and, in some instances, the addresses of SAPS offices.
The scammers use this information to deceive recipients into sharing personal details under false pretenses.
The content of the letters is often tailored according to the victim’s location, with changes made to names, addresses, and contact persons to make the communication appear authentic.
In certain cases, these WhatsApp messages are preceded by phone calls from individuals posing as police officials, who falsely claim that criminal cases have been opened against the victim.
The SAPS urges the public not to respond to these messages or provide any personal information such as ID numbers, addresses, or banking details.
Please note, the SAPS does not communicate with the public via WhatsApp or video calls.
Anyone who has received or responded to these fraudulent messages is urged to report the matter and open a case at their nearest police station.
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