The Jamaica Constabulary Force (JCF) is alerting the public to an ongoing scam involving an individual or individuals impersonating Commissioner of Police, Dr. Kevin Blake, on Whatsapp.

The fraudsters attempt to engage unsuspecting individuals in conversation on the messaging app and then request urgent assistance to purchase items for an important cause while insisting on confidentiality.

If attempts are made to call the number, the scammer claims that the commissioner is in a meeting and unable to take the call.

In a statement, the JCF emphasizes that neither the commissioner of police nor any other member of the constabulary would solicit financial or other assistance in this manner.

It further urges the public to exercise vigilance and be wary of online scams.

The JCF advises that if anyone receives such a message or any other suspicious request, they must not engage.

They should instead, report the incident to the police immediately.

For official updates and information, persons should follow the JCF’s verified communication channels.

Additionally, if anyone suspects fraud, it should be reported to the police.