UAE residents have been warned of a social media scam that promises to give away free airline tickets. On Sunday, Emirates issued a statement that it will initiate legal action against parties spreading rumours about the carrier after a hoax website claimed that the airline was offering free tickets.
“We are giving away two free tickets to everyone to celebrate our 33rd anniversary,” the hoax website said. Users are then asked a series of questions. “Have you travelled by Emirates?” the first question reads. The UAE-based airline urged residents not to click on the link and share it with their friends.
A spokesperson said an investigation into the scam has already begun. “Emirates has become aware of fraudulent websites purporting to offer free airline tickets to those who take an online survey,” the airline said in a statement.
