CSA warns against fraudulent SMS messages impersonating TraffiTech-GH

The Cyber Security Authority (CSA) has warned the public against fraudulent text messages impersonating TraffiTech-GH, the Ghana Police Service’s automated traffic offence enforcement system.

In a public alert issued on Monday, November 9, 2026, the Authority said fraudsters were sending messages falsely accusing motorists of traffic offences, particularly speeding, and directing them to fake websites and payment channels to settle purported fines.

According to the CSA, the messages contain links to fraudulent payment portals designed to obtain recipients’ debit or credit card details, including card numbers, expiry dates and Card Verification Values (CVVs).

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The scammers also provide alternative payment options, including online links and USSD codes, while using official-sounding language and specific offence details to make the messages appear legitimate.

The Authority has urged motorists not to click on links in unsolicited messages alleging traffic violations or pending fines and warned against sharing their banking or Mobile Money details, PINs and One-Time Passwords (OTPs).

It advised the public to verify traffic violation notifications by checking whether the sender ID is GPS-MTTD, noting that genuine notifications will not come from an ordinary mobile phone number.

Motorists have also been advised to check their Electronic Notice of Violation (ENV) or traffic ticket to confirm the vehicle photograph, number plate, location, date and time of the alleged offence.

It further cautioned the public against paying traffic fines into personal Mobile Money numbers or through unofficial accounts.

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The alert comes barely over a week after the Ghana Police Service rolled out TraffiTech-GH on Sunday, November 1, 2026, as part of efforts to automate traffic offence enforcement.

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