Police issue urgent warning: 'Be vigilant'

Israel Police has warned of a new wave of fraudulent SMS messages disguised as fine notifications. The messages demand payment via a link that leads to identity theft. The authority urges not to click on links and to verify information through official channels.

Israel Police has issued an urgent warning about a new wave of fraudulent SMS messages sent under the guise of official bodies. The messages, disguised as notifications from the police and the Traffic Fines Center, demand payment of a fine via an attached link. The goal is to obtain personal data and bank card details. The authority emphasizes that this is a fake and urges not to click on links, not to enter data, and to delete such messages. Citizens are asked to verify any payment requests only through official sources.