Op Queby - Have you been contacted by our Victim Care Unit (VCU)?

The City of London Police has recently issued a mass communication via SMS/Email to members of the public who we believe may have been contacted by overseas fraud gangs. We want to reassure you that this message is genuine and forms part of an ongoing investigation in Romania into organised criminal activity targeting UK residents.

In partnership with the Romanian Police, we have identified over 400 UK mobile phone numbers that may have been contacted by fraudsters. These communications are linked to a wider investigation into fraudulent activity.

Between 2023 and 2025, fraud gangs are believed to have contacted members of the public by sending text messages or making unsolicited calls. If you received a message regarding Op Queby from City of London Police, you have been identified as a potential victim and we encourage you to come forward

To submit information, you are asked to contact the City of London Police by completing a questionnaire on the Major Incident Public Portal (MIPP). You can do this via the following methods:

• https://mipp.police.uk/operation/4801020125R86-PO1
• Search “Major Incident Public Portal City of London Police” on an internet search engine. Click on the “City of London Police” tile and then click on Op Queby

We understand that receiving unexpected messages can be concerning. Please be assured that this communication is legitimate and part of a coordinated effort to support victims and disrupt fraud networks.

Thank you for your cooperation.