PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad, Jul 25, CMC – Police say that electronic fraud incidents have resulted in financial losses in excess of two million dollars (One TT dollar=US$0.16 cents) and are urging members of the public of the importance of remaining alert and vigilant in order to avoid becoming victims of electronic fraud.
In a statement, the Trinidad and Tobago Police Service (TTPS), said that following the public advisory issued on May 16 this year, the Fraud Squad of the White Collar Crime Division continues to receive reports of incidents involving similar fraudulent activities.
It said that initial advisory warned citizens to refrain from responding to text messages or emails claiming that their bank accounts had been frozen and requesting that they “click a link” to resolve the matter.
“Despite these warnings, the Fraud Squad has recorded an additional 48 reports since the May 16th 2025 release,” the TTPS said, adding that these reports show that the incidents of fraud have been received from the capital, Port of Spain, south, eastern and Tobago divisions of the police.
“Collectively, these incidents have resulted in financial losses amounting to TT$2,836,936.06,” it said, adding that the Fraud Squad “is once again urging members of the public not to click on any suspicious links or take any action prompted by unsolicited messages or emails claiming to be from financial institutions.
“Instead, individuals are strongly advised to visit their banks in person to verify and address any such concerns.
“The TTPS urges all citizens to follow the official policies and guidelines of their financial institutions in order to safeguard their assets and avoid becoming victims of larceny.
Together, let us work to protect your finances and secure your future.”
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