The State Social Insurance Agency (VSAA) in Latvia is urging residents to be cautious of phone scammers who are trying to gain personal information by claiming they need details to send an urgent letter via courier. According to the agency's announcement, they do not send letters to citizens through couriers, and any such claims should be viewed as suspicious. Reports indicate that scammers are calling residents, asserting that they have received a message from VSAA that requires immediate collection, leading to requests for personal data from the victims.

The VSAA has made it clear that they never ask for sensitive personal or banking information through phone calls, nor do they send text messages with links to enter such data. The agency emphasizes the importance of vigilance and advises individuals to refrain from sharing any personal information during such calls. In case of suspicion, residents are urged to end the conversation immediately, highlighting the increasing threat of this scam, particularly towards vulnerable populations like seniors.

As reported in January, the rise in fraud activities poses significant risks, and the VSAA is committed to informing the public about these deceptive practices. Their proactive communication aims to protect residents and ensure they do not fall victim to these scams, reinforcing that no urgent letters will be sent by the agency through unauthorized means.