Minsk Man's Bank Card Emptied in Dubai Scam

Minsk Resident Loses Funds in Dubai-Linked Phishing Scam A 24-year-old Minsk resident recently fell victim to a sophisticated phishing scam, losing over 200 Belarusian rubles to fraudsters operating out of Dubai. The incident highlights the growing threat of online financial scams targeting Belarusian citizens. The victim, who wishes to remain anonymous, received a text message that appeared to be from Belpochta, the national postal service. The message claimed his package was delayed due to incomplete information and directed him to a website to update his details. Once on the site, he entered his personal information and bank card details, confirming the transaction with a code received via SMS. "I received a text that looked completely legitimate," the victim stated. "I never suspected it was a scam." Shortly after, he discovered that 260 dirhams had been debited from his account. Investigators from the Zavodskoy District police department traced the transactions to purchases made in Dubai, indicating a well-organized international criminal operation. A criminal investigation has been launched. Authorities emphasize that Belpochta does not request personal or financial information via SMS. They urge citizens to remain vigilant and verify the authenticity of any communication before providing sensitive information online. This case serves as a stark reminder of the importance of online security and the need for caution when dealing with unsolicited messages.