Sri Lanka Police have urged the public not to be misled by fraudulent messages circulating on social media claiming that the Police Department has introduced a facility to pay fines for traffic violations.
In a statement, the Police Media Division said numerous complaints have been received regarding these cyber threats, which are currently targeting members of the public.
Police warned that the messages are fake and advised the public to exercise caution when interacting with links, messages, or online platforms claiming to offer traffic fine payment services.
Authorities further urged individuals to immediately follow recommended cyber safety measures to avoid becoming victims of online scams and other cyber threats.
Police also requested the public to report any suspicious messages or incidents to the relevant authorities.