The city of Tampere has issued a warning regarding scam emails that have been sent out under its name, misleading recipients by using email addresses that closely resemble the official council's email. Although these messages appear to originate from the city, they are fraudulent, and recipients are advised against opening links or attachments found within these emails. This warning particularly targets IT service providers who have received requests for quotes that are not legitimate.

According to Kari Paju, the city's procurement director, the city does not solicit bids through direct email communications as a standard practice. All significant procurement activities are announced through the city's official procurement channels to maintain fairness and transparency. This emphasizes the importance of recognizing official communication methods, particularly in preventing potential scams that exploit official identities.

Individuals who are uncertain about the authenticity of such messages are encouraged to reach out to Tampere's registry office for confirmation. The city is actively monitoring the situation to protect its residents and businesses from falling victim to these scams.