WhatsApp Scam Continues to Circulate

The RCIPS continues to receive reports of a WhatsApp scam circulating in the Cayman Islands, where the culprits gain access to the victim’s contact list. The culprits then pose as the victim and send messages to their contacts, requesting urgent financial assistance.

Often, persons only become aware that they are affected when they are contacted by persons who have received such requests for assistance. If you are aware that you are affected by this scam, the RCIPS advises that you let all your contacts know that these messages are not coming from you, and that they should avoid sending any money.

The general public is advised that they should be very wary of requests for money made via WhatsApp, even if they seem to be coming from friends. It is best to make contact with the person who appears to be making the request, via some other method, such as a phone or video-call, or in-person, to verify the request.