Cyprus police issue warning over traffic fine SMS scam

On July 30, 2026, the Cyprus Police issued an urgent public warning regarding a widespread phishing scam targeting citizens via text messages. Fraudsters are sending SMS notifications that falsely claim recipients have committed traffic violations or owe outstanding fixed penalty fines, urging them to click a malicious link to process payments.

Authorities have officially stated that the police do not send text messages containing links for the payment of fines or any other financial transactions. Citizens are advised not to open these links, to avoid entering any personal or banking credentials, and to delete the messages immediately to prevent potential data theft or financial loss. As part of ongoing cybersecurity awareness, the public is encouraged to verify any official communications solely through authorized police channels.