Unethical individuals affiliated with Rospotrebnadzor intimidate entrepreneurs in Tomsk
In the Tomsk region of Russia, there have been reports of scammers posing as Rospotrebnadzor employees, offering entrepreneurs to buy normative documentation for setting up a "Customer Corner". These individuals threaten inspections, intimidate with fines, and often demand that a controversial situation be resolved in their favour, exerting pressure.
The Tomsk Region's Rospotrebnadzor office has received complaints about alleged abuses by regional Rospotrebnadzor employees, including cases of rude behaviour towards store representatives, posing as Service employees or relatives of officials.
To combat these scams, the department advises businesses to clarify the full name of the person who contacted them and to check if the employee in question really works for the Rospotrebnadzor office. Rospotrebnadzor employees can only conduct an inspection after presenting their service ID, which must meet certain criteria: tricolor colour, official seal, a photo of the official, and clear, easily readable inscriptions.
If you encounter such a situation, the department's press service reminds businesses not to comply with any demands made by individuals impersonating Rospotrebnadzor employees. In case of doubt, informing the Rospotrebnadzor office about such situations is advised.
You can contact the Rospotrebnadzor office for consultation or to report suspicious situations at the following address: Tomsk, Frunze Prospect, 103a, or by phone at 8 (3822) 26-03-90. In case of a suspicious call, individuals are asked to ask the caller to state their demands.
If a scam is suspected, reporting to the police is also recommended. You can file a report with the local police department in Tomsk about the fraudulent activity, either in person or by calling their non-emergency number.
Additionally, you might submit a formal complaint or report online through the official Rospotrebnadzor portal if available. The Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) of Russia handles fraud and cybercrime and can be contacted for further investigation.
When reporting, it is important to provide details of the incident (time, place, how the scam occurred), any contact information or materials that the scammers used, and personal details if you interacted with the scammers. Avoid sharing personal information and double-check contact details using official resources before responding to any alleged Rospotrebnadzor communication.
Stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to help authorities take action against these scammers.
The Tomsk Region's Rospotrebnadzor office suggests that businesses should be aware of potential abuse in politics and general-news, particularly cases of scammers posing as Rospotrebnadzor employees. If encountered, it's essential not to comply with any demands and to report such situations to the Rospotrebnadzor office or the local police department. In cases of online fraudulent activity, filing a report on the official Rospotrebnadzor portal or the Ministry of Internal Affairs (MVD) of Russia for further investigation is recommended.
