SAPS would like to issue a warning to the public to be aware of a scam that involves victims receiving a text message stating that a SAPS case has been opened against them.
Once victims respond to the numbers that are provided by the fraudsters, money is extorted from them.
The scam came to the attention of SAPS after a case had been reported in Rosebank in January. It was followed by other cases, with the same modus operandi, that were reported in Western Cape, KwaZulu-Natal, Free State, North West, and Limpopo.
Victims received a SMS stating that a case had been opened against them and that they had to contact a Constable Baloyi at
060 800 8148. Other names and different contact numbers were also given.
When victims responded to the SMS, they were informed that a warrant of arrest had been issued for a traffic fine and that they needed to pay a certain amount, which had to be deposited into an FNB account: 62017066201 or Absa account: 4054021171.
The public is warned not to fall for this scam. If a SMS of this kind is received, contact the nearest police station. Alternatively, contact Detective Lieutenant DK Hattingh of the National Investigation Unit (NINU) at 079 695 0293 or email: HattingDebbie@saps.gov.za
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