If you've been contacted by a celeb on Instagram, don't get excited as it could be another scam!
That's right. Dubai Police took to their social media platforms to warn residents about the dangers online.
They spoke about how online scammers use fake celeb accounts to extort money.
Report fake social media accounts to #DubaiPolice by calling 901 or simply emailing ecrimes@dubaipolice.gov.ae
— Dubai Policeشرطة دبي (@DubaiPoliceHQ) August 17, 2019
#YourSecurityOurHappiness #SmartSecureTogether #DPAwareness pic.twitter.com/WqI7XiqSwR
Officials have advised residents to report any such suspicious activities.
Last year, a Sharjah resident lost AED 2 million to an online fraudster on Instagram.
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