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Filipino Times
22-03-2025
- Filipino Times
Abu Dhabi Police warn against fake Ramadan competitions, charities on social media
Abu Dhabi Police have issued a warning about fake Ramadan competitions circulating on social media. According to a WAM report, these fake Ramadan competitions lure users by promising prizes. These scammers then trick people into sharing personal and banking details in exchange for supposed rewards. Major General Mohammed Suhail Al Rashidi, Director of the Criminal Security Sector, stated that fraudsters often tell victims they have won cash prizes, only to demand payment or sensitive information. The police also highlighted the rise of fake charity links, which impersonate legitimate organizations and deceive people into donating funds to scammers. To protect themselves, Major General Al Rashidi advised the public to verify the authenticity of any competition before participating. He also stressed not to share personal data unless the source is fully trusted and legitimate. The police also reminded everyone to be cautious when donating, urging them to only give to recognized and authorized charity organizations. Anyone who encounters suspicious competitions or charity requests is urged to report the incident to the Abu Dhabi Police. You can contact them through their hotline at 800 2626, by SMS at 2828, or visit their official website at
Arabian Business
20-03-2025
- Arabian Business
Abu Dhabi Police issue social media Ramadan scam warning
Abu Dhabi Police have issued a warning over fraudulent Ramadan social media competitions, which trick users into sharing personal banking details under the guise of claiming a prize. The police also warned against fake charity links on social media impersonating legitimate organisations. Major General Mohammed Suhail Al Rashidi, Director of the Criminal Security Sector of Abu Dhabi Police, explained that scammers convince victims they have won cash prizes, only to demand payments or personal information to process the reward. Abu Dhabi Ramadan scam warning He also stressed the importance of staying vigilant against online fraud and adhering to cybersecurity guidelines. Major General Al Rashdi urged those wishing to donate only through authorised organisations and legal channels. Suspicious activities can be reported via the Police via:
Gulf Today
20-03-2025
- Gulf Today
Abu Dhabi Police warn against fake Ramadan competitions on social media
The Abu Dhabi Police have issued a warning to the public regarding Ramadan competitions. These competitions typically offer prizes and, in some cases, the winner is enticed to provide personal details and banking information in order to receive the prize. The Abu Dhabi Police emphasise that the primary objective of these competitions is to misappropriate funds through fraudulent means. Additionally, the Abu Dhabi Police have cautioned individuals against accessing fraudulent links to unofficial charitable organisations on social media platforms. Major General Mohammed Suhail Al Rashidi, Director of Criminal Security Sector at Abu Dhabi Police, explained that the perpetrators deceived their victims by promising financial prizes from Ramadan competitions, subsequently demanding that the victims transfer balances to complete the procedures to receive the fake prizes. He further stressed the necessity of verifying the credibility of these websites, the importance of not disclosing confidential data, the need to resist any form of blackmail, and the importance of adhering to the requirements of the relevant authorities in order to combat cybercrime. Brigadier Rashid Khalaf Al Dhaheri, the head of the Criminal Investigations and Investigations Directorate, asked members of the public not to believe any advertisements or messages on social media sites or chat applications that appeal to religious and humanitarian sentiments to collect money without a licence. He encouraged members of the community who want to do good and help those in need to deal with official charities and institutions according to the law. He asked the public to report those fake websites or individuals who ask people for donations by calling 800 2626 or by sending an SMS message with the required security information to 2828 or by emailing the Abu Dhabi Police website
Gulf Insider
20-03-2025
- Gulf Insider
Abu Dhabi Police Issue Social Media Ramadan Scam Warning
Abu Dhabi Police have issued a warning over fraudulent Ramadan social media competitions, which trick users into sharing personal banking details under the guise of claiming a prize. The police also warned against fake charity links on social media impersonating legitimate organisations. Major General Mohammed Suhail Al Rashidi, Director of the Criminal Security Sector of Abu Dhabi Police, explained that scammers convince victims they have won cash prizes, only to demand payments or personal information to process the reward. Abu Dhabi Ramadan scam warning He urged the public to verify the authenticity of such competitions, avoid sharing confidential data, and report any suspicious activity. He also stressed the importance of staying vigilant against online fraud and adhering to cybersecurity guidelines. Major General Al Rashdi urged those wishing to donate only through authorised organisations and legal channels. Suspicious activities can be reported via the Police via: Phone: 800 2626 SMS: 2828
Al Etihad
20-03-2025
- Al Etihad
Abu Dhabi Police warn against Ramadan scams on social media
20 Mar 2025 17:08 ABU DHABI (WAM)Abu Dhabi Police have cautioned the public against fraudulent Ramadan competitions circulating on social media, which trick users into sharing personal and banking details under the guise of claiming a police also warned against fake charity links on social media impersonating legitimate General Mohammed Suhail Al Rashidi, Director of the Criminal Security Sector of Abu Dhabi Police, explained that scammers convince victims they have won cash prizes, only to demand payments or personal information to process the urged the public to verify the authenticity of such competitions, avoid sharing confidential data, and report any suspicious activity. He also stressed the importance of staying vigilant against online fraud and adhering to cybersecurity guidelines. Major General Al Rashdi urged those wishing to donate only through authorised organisations and legal channels. Suspicious activities can be reported via the Abu Dhabi Police hotline at 800 2626, SMS to 2828, or through
