Internet fraud rate in Ukraine increases by 15 percent

The coronavirus quarantine in Ukraine has reduced crime rates overall, but the Internet fraud rate has increased by 15%.

 “The National Police informed the President of Ukraine that quarantine has reduced crime rates overall, but the Internet fraud rate has increased by 15%. In particular, online scammers are trying to arrange fake sales of protection means,” the press service of the President’s Office informs upon the meeting under the chairmanship of President Volodymyr Zelensky on fighting COVID-19 epidemic.

"Ukrainians need to be especially cautious and buy products, things and means of protection on proven websites, while all online fraudulent platforms must be closed," the Head of State said.

As reported, Ukraine has confirmed 415 new cases of the coronavirus (COVID-19) over the past day, bringing the total number to 6,125.

ol