The GNR has recorded 193 suspected frauds carried out by people allegedly posing as police and inspectors, using false identities and caller ID spoofing. The cases cover the period from January 2024 to 31 May 2026. The alleged scammer impersonations were linked to ASAE in 69 cases, the Polícia Judiciária in 67, the PSP in 22, and the GNR in 17. In 18 more occurrences, the GNR cites other entities or allegations, including orders, credits and various coercion. Victims were reportedly pressured using psychological manipulation, a false sense of authority, and digital disguises. Phone and mobile contact were the main channel, used in 142 of the 193 cases. The GNR warned that caller ID spoofing can make victims see a real phone number belonging to a guard post, a PSP station or a Polícia Judiciária department. About 75% of the crimes happened during daytime, with 74 in the morning and 72 in the afternoon. Thursday saw the highest number of cases, with 45, followed by Friday with 33. Most approaches took place inside private residences, with 88 incidents. Commercial and restaurant establishments accounted for 56 cases, while the public road saw 30 approaches, including nine in 2026. Among 172 identified victims, the most represented age groups were 51 to 64, with 49 victims, and 41 to 50, with 33. The GNR says suspects allegedly threatened victims with imminent inspections, claimed offences or presented alleged criminal investigations to force payments or transfers to supposed security accounts. In other cases, they allegedly contacted citizens, preferably older people, claiming a relative had been involved in a serious accident or had been detained, demanding indemnity payments. The GNR advises people not to make immediate payments or give personal or banking details by phone, and to request formal identification. It also recommends hanging up on calls with urgent money demands and contacting authorities through official channels. In fraud cases, the force says victims should report as quickly as possible, providing information and witnesses, and preserving any traces.