Alerts - Cybersecurity
Official Government Misinformation Alerts
The Cayman Islands Government (CIG) is aware of a number of misleading messages, scams, and sources of false news circulating online.
Below are recent misinformation cases that CIG has identified and issued warnings about.
If you encounter suspicious online activity, report it to the Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) Financial Crime Investigation Unit at RCIPS.FCU@rcips.ky, especially if you have been a victim of this or any other scam.
Scam Alert: Fraudulent Insurance Refund Text Message
Police Investigate Reports of Impersonation Scam
Police are issuing a public warning regarding multiple reports of impersonation scams involving fraudsters who target individuals via phone calls and messaging platforms such as WhatsApp, to gain unauthorised access to personal accounts and solicit funds from contacts
Public Urged to Remain Vigilant as Fake SMS and Google Meet Scams Continue
The Cyber Security Office is urging the public to remain vigilant as scammers continue to impersonate Cayman Islands Government entities through fraudulent SMS messages, Google Meet calls and fake government websites designed to steal personal and financial information
Public Advisory: Police Warn of Fraudulent Traffic Fine Text Messages
Anyone who has clicked the link and made a payment should contact their financial institution immediately and contact 9-1-1 immediately to make a report to the police
PUBLIC ADVISORY: RCIPS and Cayman Government Warn of Text Message Scam
Updated as of 4 July 2026 9:00 p.m. The Royal Cayman Islands Police Service (RCIPS) and Cayman Islands Government (CIG) are urgently warning the public of text message scam which is circulating locally.
Fake AI Video of Premier André Ebanks
A fake video is currently circulating on social media platforms falsely depicting Premier Honourable André Ebanks promoting registration for fake AI technology
Fake Email Impersonating Deputy Governor Franz Manderson
The public is advised to be aware of a fraudulent email circulating in which an unknown user is impersonating Deputy Governor, Honourable Franz Manderson to solicit personal information
DEH Clarifies False Messaging on Bulk Waste Collection
The Department of Environmental Health (DEH) is aware of information circulating on social media claiming that the upcoming Bulk Waste Collection exercise is scheduled for December. This information is false.
CIDOT Responds to Fraudulent "Sea Fee" Press Release
The Cayman Islands Department of Tourism (CIDOT) wishes to alert the public of a fraudulent press release which is being circulated on social media.
