Scam alert! Abu Dhabi Police warn against suspicious traffic fine link

According to Abu Dhabi Police, the scam is being circulated on social media platforms

Last updated: August 24, 2025 | 13:00

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The link directs to a hacker-operated website run by fraudsters from an Asian country.

Abu Dhabi Police

Abu Dhabi Police have issued an urgent warning to all citizens and residents against opening a suspicious electronic link that misuses an official logo, falsely claiming that the user has a traffic violation and providing a link to “check” the violation. In reality, the link directs to a hacker-operated website run by fraudsters from an Asian country. The malicious website is designed to extract personal information, account details, passwords, and even withdraw funds from victims’ bank accounts.

According to Abu Dhabi Police, the scam is being circulated widely on social media platforms—particularly WhatsApp, email, TikTok, Facebook, and X (formerly Twitter).

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Posts shared online warn:

“Beware of opening any electronic message containing an image of your car information with claims of traffic violations, urging you to click a link to verify. Do not open this link—it is fraudulent and operated by scammers impersonating official websites in order to steal your personal information. The hacker instructs victims to enter the provided link to check the violation, then proceeds to steal all personal data, especially banking information.”

Abu Dhabi Police continuously warn the public against opening suspicious electronic links, stressing that they may lead to fraud and theft of personal or financial data.

To ensure public safety, the police emphasized:

Never share banking or personal information with untrusted sources.
Open links only after verifying their legitimacy.
Rely solely on official government applications available on recognized app stores (App Store, Google Play).
In case of fraud attempts, report immediately via the Aman Service at 8002626, SMS to 2828, or through the Abu Dhabi Police smart application.

Why is Abu Dhabi Police warning the public?

Fraudsters exploit misleading advertisements and fake links to steal personal and financial data.
Fake websites are designed to create the false impression of being linked to official bodies or reputable companies.
These links are used to harvest sensitive information such as bank account details, passwords, and security codes.

How to protect yourself

Verify the source: Only open links if you are certain of their authenticity, especially when received through social media or email.
Do not share sensitive information: Never provide personal or financial data—including phone numbers, credit card details, or passwords—via suspicious links or untrusted websites.
Use official applications: Rely exclusively on authorized government applications available on App Store or Google Play.
Enable two-factor authentication: Activate two-step verification to secure accounts such as WhatsApp.

What to do if you suspect fraud

Report immediately: If you encounter a fraud attempt, report it directly to Abu Dhabi Police’s Aman Service.
Contact channels: Call the toll-free number 8002626, send an SMS to 2828, email aman@adpolice.gov.ae, or use the Abu Dhabi Police smart app

Abdulla RasheedEditor - Abu Dhabi

Abdullah Rashid Al Hammadi  is an accomplished Emirati journalist with over 45 years of experience in both Arabic and English media. He currently serves as the Abu Dhabi Bureau Chief fo Gulf News. Al Hammadi began his career in 1980 with Al Ittihad newspaper, where he rose through the ranks to hold key editorial positions, including Head of International News, Director of the Research Center, and Acting Managing Editor. A founding member of the UAE Journalists Association and a former board member, he is also affiliated with the General Federation of Arab Journalists and the International Federation of Journalists. Al Hammadi studied Information Systems Technology at the University of Virginia and completed journalism training with Reuters in Cairo and London. During his time in Washington, D.C., he reported for Alittihad  and became a member of the National Press Club. From 2000 to 2008, he wrote the widely read Dababees column, known for its critical take on social issues. Throughout his career, Al Hammadi has conducted high-profile interviews with prominent leaders including UAE President His Highness Sheikh Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, and key Arab figures such as the late Yasser Arafat and former presidents of Yemen and Egypt. He has reported on major historical events such as the Iran-Iraq war, the liberation of Kuwait, the fall of the Berlin Wall, and the establishment of the Palestinian Authority. His work continues to shape and influence journalism in the UAE and the wider Arab world.