The State Committee for National Security (SCNS) of the Kyrgyz Republic reported a sharp increase in cases of telephone fraud across the country. Scammers posing as employees of government agencies, banks, or law enforcement bodies attempt to steal citizens’ personal data and money, the SCNS press center said.
According to it, fraudsters use a variety of schemes — including fake notifications about «suspicious transactions» or demands to transfer money «to protect against cyberattacks.» They increasingly use modern technologies such as caller ID spoofing and use psychological manipulation to deceive victims.
Alarmingly, scammers have begun using the names of SCNS officials, including senior leadership, which constitutes a criminal offense.
During investigative operations, the SCNS identified and suppressed activities of several groups conducting fraudulent calls both within Kyrgyzstan and from abroad. Criminal cases have been opened, and investigations are ongoing.
The SCNS urges citizens to remain vigilant and follow these recommendations:
- Hang up immediately if you receive a suspicious call and contact the SCNS hotline at 191.
- Ignore any messages or requests allegedly from SCNS leadership.
- Do not share personal information, PIN codes, passwords, or bank card numbers.
- Never transfer money in response to phone or online requests, even if the caller claims to be a bank or government employee.
