Fraudsters Intensify Their Activities in Ukraine
Authorities are alerting the public to a rise in fraudulent messages demanding payment for alleged traffic violations. The Patrol Police and Cyber Police are urging citizens to stay vigilant and rely exclusively on official channels to verify any fines. Oleksiy Biloshytskyi, First Deputy Head of the Patrol Police Department, emphasized that the department never sends fine notifications via mobile phone. Instead, vehicle owners who fail to pay within ten days receive an official letter through the postal service.
How to Verify Whether You Have Outstanding Fines
You can check for unpaid fines on the following official platforms:
- The Ministry of Internal Affairs web portal
- The Diia portal
- The driver's personal account
- The Diia and Traffic Fines mobile applications
Biloshytskyi stressed that a key sign of an official government resource is the domain gov.ua.
“Friends, if you receive a message demanding payment for a traffic violation, be cautious and alert—scammers keep inventing new schemes to steal your money. The Patrol Police and Cyber Police urge you to use only official resources to check and pay fines, and to enter your personal and banking details exclusively on verified government services. Under no circumstances should you click on suspicious links!” he underscored.
Additionally, the Cyber Police and the Pension Fund have warned about fake messages concerning pension payments and supplements. Perpetrators are misusing the name, logo, and visual style of the Pension Fund. A large-scale phishing campaign has also been detected in Ukraine, with emails about alleged state debts that fraudulently incorporate the branding of the Tax Service.
“If you have any doubts about the authenticity of a message or fine information, contact the administrative practice unit of the patrol police in your city for verification. You can also check for fines on the Ministry of Internal Affairs web portal, the Diia portal, the driver's personal account, or the Diia and Traffic Fines apps,” Biloshytskyi added.
In the event of fraud, citizens should immediately report it to the Cyber Police. 'Protect your personal data and stay alert!' he concluded.
This warning underscores the importance of caution in the digital age, where fraudsters employ advanced tactics to deceive people. The Patrol Police and Cyber Police are actively raising awareness about these threats and offering guidance on safeguarding personal information. Citizens should always use official resources to check for fines and other financial obligations, helping to prevent potential losses. It is also crucial to remain wary of any suspicious messages that may be attempts at fraud.
In light of the recent surge in fraudulent traffic fine notifications, it's important to remain aware of other scams targeting citizens. For instance, the Cyber Police have issued an urgent alert regarding a new scheme related to pension payments that could affect many Ukrainians. To learn more about these deceptive practices and how to protect yourself, read our detailed coverage on the latest pension payment fraud warnings.