Swiss Police Warn of Fake QR Parking Ticket Scam in Vaud.

Switzerland’s Vaud canton police have issued a strong warning about a rapidly spreading new scam involving fake QR code parking tickets. Authorities say criminals are using advanced digital tricks to steal personal and financial information from residents.

According to police, fake parking tickets containing QR codes are being distributed to the public. These tickets look official, but they are designed to mislead people into scanning the QR code using their smartphones.

Once scanned, victims are redirected to a fraudulent website that appears legitimate. The website then asks users to enter sensitive personal details and credit card information. In some cases, the site also threatens users with additional fines, such as an extra 80 Swiss francs if payment is not made immediately.

Police have already managed to shut down two related malicious websites. However, they warn that similar fake websites may continue to appear, making the scam difficult to fully control.

Authorities strongly advise the public not to trust unknown QR codes or suspicious parking tickets. They recommend verifying any parking fine or payment request directly with local authorities or police before making any payment.

Residents are urged to stay alert and report any suspicious tickets immediately. Officials emphasize that official parking authorities never request sensitive banking information through random QR code links.

The investigation is ongoing, and Swiss police continue working to prevent further fraud attempts across the region.