Taxi driver loses 200,000 dinars in online fraud amid national awareness campaign

30 October 2026 · Algeria Now

Mahfoudh Aabou, a taxi driver in Algiers, had 200,000 dinars withdrawn from his Algérie Poste account after being duped by an online scam that mimicked a legitimate order‑tracking service.

The fraudster called him, cited details of a tyre purchase on a website bearing the Naftal logo, and asked him to read verification codes, convincing him it was a routine security procedure. A few minutes later Aabou received an SMS from Algérie Poste confirming the debit.

The episode unfolded while a national campaign to raise awareness of internet fraud ran from 25 to 30 October, organized by the postal service and the telecommunications sector.

Authorities say the case highlights concerns over the capacity of banks, digital service providers and the justice system to detect suspicious transactions, protect customers and recover stolen funds.

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