Police warn of fraudulent messages impersonating Deputy Attorney General

The Cyprus Police have issued an urgent warning regarding a wave of fraudulent messages circulating via the WhatsApp platform. In these communications, perpetrators are impersonating the Deputy Attorney General, Savvas Angelides, utilizing his name and official title to establish credibility and manipulate recipients. Authorities reported receiving numerous complaints from the public on October 22, 2026, concerning these deceptive tactics.

Officials explicitly warn that the presence of an official's name or title does not guarantee the authenticity of any message. Clicking on links or attachments provided in these texts poses a significant security risk, as it allows attackers to gain unauthorized access to the victim’s messaging account. Users are advised to avoid opening such content and to refrain from sharing personal information.

As a preventive measure, the police recommend that citizens check the "Linked devices" section within their WhatsApp account settings to ensure no unauthorized devices have accessed their profile. Additionally, enabling two-step verification is suggested to bolster account security. Law enforcement continues to monitor the situation and urges the public to remain vigilant against such phishing attempts.