Increase in Rental Scams Targeting Students in the TRNC

As the academic year approaches, rental scams targeting students have surged in the TRNC. Fraudsters are using fake rental ads on social media to trick victims into paying deposits.

With students arriving in the TRNC for the start of the school year, scammers are taking advantage of their need for accommodation. Many students search for affordable rental options on social media, where these scams are prevalent.

Scammers entice their victims with attractive rental offers and low prices. They build trust, request a deposit, and then disappear after receiving the payment, often blocking the victim’s contact information.

To avoid falling victim to these scams, be cautious when searching for rental ads and never send advance payments to unknown individuals. Nearly all such cases are fraudulent.

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