The South African Police Service (SAPS) has warned against this scam.
According to spokesperson, Brigadier Hangwani Mulaudzi, people who received this message fell victim to fraudsters once they replied to the message and in some cases, had money extorted from them.
The victims received a SMS stating a SAPS case had been opened against them and that they had to contact a Constable Baloyi at 060 800 8148.
Other random names and different contact numbers were also given in other instances.
After they responded to the message, they would be informed that a warrant of arrest had been issued for a traffic fine and that they needed to pay a certain amount.
An account number would be given claiming they had to deposit the money into an FNB or an Absa account number.
Those who do receive such a SMS are urged to report it at their nearest police station.
