GIS:The Government of Grenada is urging Grenadians to be vigilant about potential scams given the continued impersonation of Government Ministers on social media platforms.<\/p>\n
Scammers use a practice referred to as spoofing to lure unsuspecting persons.<\/p>\n
Spoofing essentially means \u201cthe act of disguising communication from an unknown source, as coming from a known or trusted source\u201d.<\/p>\n
Government reiterates the position that Ministers do not initiate contact with members of the
\npublic via private or direct messages on social media platforms.<\/p>\n
The usual practice is for Minister to respond to queries submitted by persons via private messages, but contact will not be initiated using such means.<\/p>\n
The public is reminded that no Government process requires persons to use money transfer
\nagencies to send money to receive any Government document or promise of financial assistance.<\/p>\n
The population is advised to stay alert while using social media and to be aware of scammers.<\/p>\n
Further, if persons are uncertain about a digital service, website, Facebook, or WhatsApp message, they can contact the Chief Information Officer at 423-1109.<\/p>\n
https:\/\/gov.gd\/another-appeal-grenadians-be-mindful-social-media-scams-using-name-government-officials<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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