The Department of State Services (DSS) has issued a public warning concerning the activities of one Mr Barry Donald, a former employee of the Service who has allegedly been impersonating the agency to defraud unsuspecting individuals.
In a statement released on Thursday through its official X handle, @OfficialDSSNG, the Service disclosed that Mr Donald had been dismissed from service and is no longer in any way associated with the organisation.
“The Department of State Services (DSS) hereby alerts members of the public of the activities of one Barry Donald, a dismissed staff. He is reportedly engaging in unscrupulous activities, including using the name of the Service to defraud unsuspecting members of the public,” the statement read.
The DSS cautioned citizens against having any dealings with Mr Donald and urged them to exercise vigilance to avoid falling victim to his alleged schemes.
“Members of the public are therefore advised to desist from any dealings with him,” the Service stated.
It further advised that all official enquiries, complaints, or requests should be directed to the Service’s verified contact channels.
“For requests, enquiries or complaints, the Service can be reached on 09088373515 or via email at [email protected],” it added.
The statement reaffirmed the DSS’s commitment to protecting the public from fraudulent activities conducted under its name and encouraged citizens to report suspicious actions to its offices nationwide.
