Police warn of scam schemes: from fake Google calls to forged QR codes
Criminals in Lithuania are implementing increasingly sophisticated fraud methods, using artificial intelligence and impersonating representatives of state institutions and major technology companies.
Police warn of scam schemes: from fake Google calls to forged QR codes
Criminals in Lithuania are implementing increasingly sophisticated fraud methods, using artificial intelligence and impersonating representatives of state institutions and major technology companies.
In one of the latest schemes, telephone scammers present themselves as purported "Google" assistants. They inform victims that an unknown device has been connected to their accounts. During the conversation, people are urged not to trust financial institutions, law enforcement, or even their own family members. Ultimately, victims are drawn into scenarios where they are asked to disclose login credentials, open new accounts at banks, or hand over cash to a courier.
Meanwhile, scammers continue to exploit the identity of Lithuanian Post. They send false text messages, emails, and call impersonating employees of this institution.
In the capital, another fraud method has been observed – forged JUDU labels with quick response codes are being affixed to vehicles. When users scan them, they are directed to counterfeit websites.
Law enforcement institutions note that criminals are increasingly actively using AI technologies, making the fraud they create increasingly difficult to recognise. Residents are urged to critically evaluate any requests to disclose personal information.
Source: LRT
Source: Google News LT — Crime (lt)