In the federal capital, Islamabad, digital fraudsters have devised a new and alarming method of financial fraud, targeting innocent citizens through fake traffic e-challan messages.
Fraudsters are sending deceptive SMS messages to citizens containing fake traffic challans and instructing recipients to pay their fines immediately through suspicious links. In response to the growing threat, the Islamabad Traffic Police has issued a timely public alert, urging citizens to remain vigilant.
Key Advice and Precautionary Measures
The Islamabad Traffic Police has strongly advised citizens not to click on any unverified or suspicious links related to e-challans in order to protect themselves from such scams and cyber fraud.
The police have emphasized that, before making any payment, citizens must verify the authenticity and status of the relevant challan through official channels. This precaution is essential to protect their finances from fraudulent transactions.
Use Only the Official Website
According to the advisory, citizens should verify their traffic fines exclusively through the official Islamabad Police website. They are advised to avoid making payments through unverified links received from unknown or unofficial sources.
Traffic Police Message to Citizens
The Islamabad Traffic Police has urged citizens to stay alert, exercise caution, and take proactive steps to protect themselves from cyber fraud. Citizens are advised to make verification a routine step before making any financial transfer or payment.
The public has also been warned never to share personal information, credit card details, banking credentials, or other financial information through suspicious or unsolicited messages.
