Police in Västernorrland County have issued a warning about an ongoing telephone fraud scheme targeting residents in the Örnsköldsvik area. According to police reports, several fraud reports have been filed in recent days, with at least two confirmed cases where victims were tricked out of money. The scam involves callers pretending to be police officers who claim the matter requires victims to log in using their BankID.
Police emphasize that this is fraudulent and urge residents to hang up immediately if they receive such calls. Authorities advise never logging in with BankID on someone else's instruction. se, by calling 11414, or by visiting a police station.
The warning was issued on March 15, 2026, as part of ongoing efforts to combat telephone fraud in the region.