Providenciales, Turks and Caicos Islands, 9th April 2025- The Office of the Premier and Public Policy is once again urging the public to remain vigilant following reports of fraudulent social media accounts falsely impersonating the Premier, Cabinet Ministers, former Government Officials and Senior Government Executive Members through the use of AI-generated images and video clips.
These narratives are intentionally designed to engage your attention, elicit emotional responses, and encourage further exploration through clicking. They are nothing more than clickbait, part of a larger scam operation.
It is particularly troubling that these posts present themselves as credible media sources, such as TC Weekly News, in order to enhance their authenticity and mislead the public into accepting the stories as legitimate.
The public is strongly advised to exercise caution and refrain from sharing, liking, or engaging with posts of this nature. It is imperative not to click on any links, as doing so may compromise your privacy, disseminate misinformation, or potentially expose your devices to harmful content.
What You Can Do:
- Report suspicious posts immediately on the platform where they appear.
- Verify information only through trusted, official government channels and recognized media sources.
- Do not click on outrageous headlines or AI-generated images, especially those involving government officials or public figures.
- Warn others in your family and community.
The Government of the Turks and Caicos Islands takes this matter seriously and is actively working with relevant authorities to identify the sources of these posts and hold those responsible accountable.
