Dubai Police warn motorists against fake vehicle insurance deals on social media

Dubai: Dubai Police have warned motorists against fraudulent vehicle insurance offers circulating on social media platforms, cautioning that misleading advertisements may be used to lure customers into financial scams.In an awareness message shared on social media, Dubai Police said fraudsters are offering vehicle insurance packages at unrealistically low prices that are often significantly below prevailing market rates.The force urged members of the public to exercise caution and verify the legitimacy of both the insurance provider and the offer before making any payments.Dubai Police advised customers to purchase vehicle insurance only from licensed and reliable insurance companies and not to complete any payment transactions before confirming the validity of the offer and the entity providing it.The awareness campaign forms part of ongoing efforts to combat online fraud and protect consumers from scams carried out through digital platforms.Dubai Police also reminded the public that suspiciously low-priced offers may be a warning sign of fraud and encouraged motorists to conduct proper checks before sharing personal information or transferring funds.