Slovenian police, cybersecurity center warn of 'recovery scam' resurgence

Slovenian authorities are issuing a renewed warning about "recovery scams," a type of fraud where criminals impersonate law enforcement or international bodies to deceive victims.

According to Miloš Gajić, a specialist at SI-CERT, the national response center for cybersecurity, these scams are still active. "We have dealt with about 40 cases of this type of fraud this year alone," Gajić stated, highlighting the persistent threat. These operations often involve sophisticated call centers that target individuals, including Slovenian citizens, tricking them into paying fees under the false pretense of recovering money they previously lost, possibly through other scams.

The effectiveness of these scams and their persistence underscore the need for constant vigilance. International police operations are frequently required to dismantle the networks behind these fraudulent activities, indicating the organized nature of these criminal enterprises. Both the Slovenian police and Si-CERT are urging the public not to pay any such fees, emphasizing that legitimate recovery processes do not involve upfront payments to intermediaries.

This warning serves as a crucial reminder for citizens to be skeptical of unsolicited communications, especially those demanding payment for the return of funds. Authorities advise verifying any such claims through official channels and reporting suspicious activity immediately to prevent falling victim to these elaborate schemes.

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We have dealt with about 40 cases of this type of fraud this year alone.