Dublin City Council has issued another warning about a QR code scam.
This time, a fake QR code was placed on a clamping notice which had been stuck to a car window.
The fake code directs people to a fraudulent website.
The council is warning people to only make payment through official channels.
Dublin City Council says: "Dublin City Council has been made aware of an incident where a fraudulent QR code sticker was placed on an official clamping stop notice affixed to a vehicle in the Dublin City Council area.
"The fake QR code directs users to a fraudulent website, and the matter has been reported to An Garda Síochána for investigation.
"If your vehicle is clamped or issued with a parking fine, payment should only be made through the official channels.
"Dublin City Council strongly advises all motorists: Do NOT use QR codes to pay for parking, clamping, or parking fines in the Dublin City Council area.
"Stay vigilant and report any suspicious activity to An Garda Síochána Traffic or contact Dublin Street Parking Services directly."
⚠️URGENT⚠️ Dublin City Council has been made aware of an incident where a fraudulent QR code sticker was placed on an official clamping stop notice affixed to a vehicle in the Dublin City Council area.
The fake QR code directs users to a fraudulent website, and the matter has… pic.twitter.com/Z8A2vlwYL2
— Dublin City Council (@DubCityCouncil) May 1, 2025
