UAE warns public of fraud call attempts

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The UAE's Ministry of Interior has denied any connection to any calls coming from the number (70614213), confirming that it falls under the practices of electronic fraud and impersonation.

The ministry urged the community not respond to this number or provide the caller with any sensitive information, including the personal identification card number (QID) or any verification codes.

It emphasised that official entities do not request any personal or banking information via telephone calls or anonymous links.

The ministry also noted that it is tracking all sources responsible for these fraud attempts in efforts to conduct legal action against them. 

The public is advised to obtain information solely from official sources and to report any suspicious activity through their designated channels.

 

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